strengthen
Example Sentences
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According to the researchers, the Ag+ ions are directly responsible for strengthening the ceramic and reducing its tendency to crack.
From Science Daily
Other safe-haven assets such as the Swiss franc and the Japanese yen also strengthened.
"This helps Malampaya's contribution and strengthens our domestic gas supply for many years to come. Initial testing showed that the well flowed at 60 million cubic feet per day," Marcos said in a statement.
From Barron's
But many critical weapons and military systems are only made in America, and Europe is struggling to strengthen its own military-industrial base.
So, for all Arsenal's frustration at not seeing off Nottingham Forest, they have come out of the weekend with their position strengthened.
From BBC
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