strengthen
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So people don’t hear about the bills she actually did sign — legislation to lower energy costs, strengthen schools, make housing more affordable and attract billions in business investment to the commonwealth.
From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026
She said the amendments "aim to strengthen duty bearers' understanding of the law and how it applies across a range of the scenarios they encounter day-to-day".
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Supply tightens globally; American production and financial inflows strengthen in relative terms.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
“The bureau proactively manages the city’s streets, ensuring roadways are treated not only for repair but also to strengthen the street network and prevent future potholes,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
The verb vulcanize means “to strengthen a material such as rubber by combining it with sulfur and then applying heat and pressure.”
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
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