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strengthen

[strengk-thuhn, streng-, stren-] / ˈstrɛŋk θən, ˈstrɛŋ-, ˈstrɛn- /




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When telescope observations agree with those predictions, they strengthen confidence in current theories.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 27, 2026

They added that the findings "strengthen the case for the full devolution of justice to Wales".

From BBC ● Oct. 26, 2026

These were the first late-stage study results for the drug and strengthen Genmab’s confidence in its potential, the company’s chief executive, Jan van de Winkel, said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026

Although the findings do not settle every question about how Spinosaurus hunted, they strengthen the case that this enormous predator spent much more of its life underwater than on land.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 25, 2026

What the printing press did, quite simply, was undermine ‘the dishonourable tyranny of that Usurper, Authority’ and strengthen evidence.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton

However, could this be the calm before the storms as the Met Office predict a growing chance that late autumn and early winter will turn wetter and windier as El Niño strengthens in the Pacific.

From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026

Their study reveals that cortisol strengthens emotional memories by changing how brain networks involved in emotion and memory function and communicate with one another.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026

Microsoft’s announcement strengthens its case for controlling the cost of AI.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026

“The product momentum generated by our Neue Klasse models and Neue Klasse technologies strengthens our position for the challenges ahead.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

Appealing to authority—whether by quoting a commonplace or the words of a named source— always strengthens an argument.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith

These findings strengthened the evidence that MTCH2 influences whole-body metabolism, rather than simply changing the behavior of isolated cells.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 24, 2026

In England, Benedict's law came into force in September, requiring all schools to follow strengthened allergy guidelines including training for staff and storing equipment like life-saving allergy pens.

From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026

Svetz cites camrips and microscopic theatrical windows as factors that have both hindered cinema and strengthened its unique selling points, and he’s completely right.

From Salon ● Oct. 22, 2026

Oil strengthened early Thursday amid concerns over a re-escalation of the Middle East conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 22, 2026

That it was old-fashioned only strengthened the association, because it meant I usually only heard the word in connection with myself.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover

"De-risking, diversification, and strengthening our resilience are the imperatives of the hour," he said.

From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026

It came less than two weeks after United defender Lisandro Martinez had launched a blistering attack on the club's hierarchy for not strengthening the squad, with a particular message for Wilcox.

From BBC ● Oct. 26, 2026

A representative for JetBlue said the company is focused on strengthening revenue and building a more profitable business.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026

Her family and experiences are integral to her act and essential to strengthening those ties.

From Salon ● Oct. 23, 2026

Because there was no snow, we pulled a four-wheeler with three sixteen-dog teams, strengthening them and training leaders, Corky watching from the windows as we ripped out of the kennel and into the trail system.

From This Side of Wild by Gary Paulsen


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