heightened

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Palo Alto Networks says customers are showing heightened interest in cybersecurity offerings because of the complexities brought on by artificial intelligence — and that seems to be giving a lift to the company’s financials.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

He says this could represent heightened risk if market conditions deteriorate, especially with Virgin Australia’s value-conscious customers potentially more sensitive to an economic downturn.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

“It is inevitably heightened, as any stage play or film is,” Haig says.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

The developments in Assam have heightened fears in West Bengal, officials and residents say.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

The tone of his voice only heightened Thomas’s concern.

From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner