strengthen
Example Sentences
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Firms expressed optimism about the next six months, with the future business conditions index at 31.0 and capital spending plans strengthening.
The Swiss franc has strengthened slightly against the U.S. dollar as a result, while other European currencies have weakened.
"This activity is part of broader defensive efforts to establish and strengthen a forward defensive posture," the military said.
From Barron's
It also strengthens the idea that underground environments could be some of the best places to look for signs of past life on the planet.
From Science Daily
“We have a system that works. Let’s strengthen it.”
From Salon
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.