strengthen
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The awards announced on June 30 are intended to strengthen the infrastructure needed for sustained operations on the Moon.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 14, 2026
"The restoration at the site will improve water levels, restore peat-forming habitats and strengthen biodiversity," Hemstock said.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
The ringgit is expected to strengthen versus the U.S. dollar toward the end of 2026, lowering import and component costs and supporting margins for local automakers, he adds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
Innovations in the latter may strengthen the dollar, attracting capital via stablecoins and tokenization.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026
She bypassed the gallery and headed instead to the kitchen to talk to Great Ellen, whom she asked, in strict confidence, if it were possible to strengthen her lull.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
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With every game that passes at the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi strengthens the case that he is the greatest footballer the game has ever seen.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
If the yen suddenly strengthens further — whether because Japanese authorities intervene or the rate gap between the two currencies narrows — investors could be forced to unwind those positions rapidly.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 2, 2026
“The future of Canada’s north depends on modern, reliable infrastructure that connects communities, strengthens our economy, and builds resilient supply chains,” said Steven MacKinnon, the country’s Transport Minister.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 24, 2026
“This agreement protects patients from unnecessary treatment or getting overcharged, ensures access to medical care and legal representation, and strengthens safety measures.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026
At first my voice trembles like the leaves over my head, but then the song strengthens it.
From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman
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This year, the EU strengthened regulations on foie gras labeling.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
The policy was only strengthened further by subsequent administrations, fearing a new international standard for targeted killings could result in unintended consequences in the halls of Washington.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 11, 2026
It was the first visit to New Zealand by an Indian prime minister in 40 years, a sign of Delhi's deeper engagement at a time of strengthened Chinese diplomatic and military presence in the Pacific.
From Barron's ● Jul. 11, 2026
In testing, the new antenna strengthened signals from targeted tissues, increased spatial resolution, improved image sharpness, and accelerated data collection.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 10, 2026
We strengthened Wick so that he could infiltrate your shadow fellowship and take on the role of the Lucera; Or Lucero, in his case, one of the other Sorrows added.
From "Shadowshaper" by Daniel José Older
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The upgrade is part of chipmaker’s effort to meet AI chip demand and strengthening Europe’s semiconductor supply chain.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
"Lindsey understood that the security of Israel and America are inseparable. He devoted his life to defending America, strengthening our alliance and standing up for the free world," Netanyahu said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 12, 2026
A strengthening north-easterly wind will shift the hottest spots from south-east England further west across the west Midlands and south-east Wales.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
“These acquisitions also allow us to accelerate the execution of our business plan, significantly strengthening profitability while expanding our presence in a fast-growing market,” Folgiero said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026
In the 193os, America was infatuated with the pseudoscience of eugenics and its promise of strengthening the human race by culling the “unfit” from the genetic pool.
From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand
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