heighten

Example Sentences

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Despite extreme headlines and heightened rhetoric, prices retreated.

From MarketWatch

With oil markets upended by the conflict in Iran, commodity chemicals—which are derived from oil and natural gas—could see heightened volatility.

From Barron's

Both carriers have suspended the Suez Canal services citing heightened risks to vessels, cargoes and crew.

From The Wall Street Journal

The ATP Challenger Tour event in Fujairah, UAE is going ahead as planned this week, but operating with heightened security measures and taking place behind closed doors as a precautionary step.

From BBC

Precious metals typically benefit during periods of heightened geopolitical uncertainty, when investors flock to haven assets.

From Barron's