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strengthen

[strengk-thuhn, streng-, stren-] / ˈstrɛŋk θən, ˈstrɛŋ-, ˈstrɛn- /




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The dollar continued to strengthen against the yen, with one dollar trading above 157.70 yen.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 22, 2026

This would include proposals on the role of the president, as well as "practical ways to strengthen transparency, participation and accountability in major strategic initiatives".

From BBC Sep. 21, 2026

Newsom also signed a bill that would strengthen the current tax incentive program overall.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 19, 2026

Karim Fawaz, executive director at S&P Global Energy, warned in the analysis that “Inventories are low, spare refining capacity is scarce, and seasonal demand is about to strengthen at exactly the wrong moment.”

From Salon Sep. 19, 2026

In an effort to strengthen my case, I said, "My mother's on the list."

From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson

Denmark's Prime Minister said the deal "strengthens security in the Arctic and the North Atlantic area" but did not address specifics in the agreement that Trump mentioned in a social media post.

From BBC Sep. 18, 2026

In an earlier study, researchers at Leipzig University had already found that activation with AP503 also strengthens skeletal muscle.

From Science Daily Sep. 9, 2026

“We appreciate the Administration’s leadership in advancing America’s nuclear renaissance and share its commitment to an all-of-the-above energy strategy that expands supply, strengthens energy security and keeps America competitive,” he added.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 8, 2026

If the yen suddenly strengthens further — like what happened in recent days — investors could be forced to unwind those positions rapidly.

From MarketWatch Sep. 8, 2026

Appealing to authority—whether by quoting a commonplace or the words of a named source— always strengthens an argument.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith

Before a meeting of the Council next month, Infantino says he is also suggesting a consultation on "how Fifa's decision-making can be further strengthened".

From BBC Sep. 21, 2026

The overall energy of the trip and the relationships strengthened by shared experience are worth much more than the nickels and dimes you won’t miss in the long run.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 19, 2026

He said the company would instead invest in journalism that “is differentiated, consequential and difficult to replicate; reporting rooted in our communities and strengthened by sources, investigation, verification, context and judgment.”

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 19, 2026

The team then explored whether the immune hubs could be deliberately strengthened.

From Science Daily Sep. 17, 2026

Naturally, this episode strengthened Will’s conviction: his father was in trouble somewhere, and only he could help.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman

These include rapid diagnosis, isolating infected patients, tracing people who may have been exposed, strengthening infection control, and providing supportive medical care.

From Science Daily Sep. 20, 2026

A significant widening in profit margin—due to improved efficiency and the strengthening zloty against the dollar—also helped headline profit figures.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 18, 2026

The pair were expected to discuss a further strengthening of ties including boosting trade, security and working with the European Union.

From BBC Sep. 18, 2026

"The strengthening El Nino will increase the risk of drought in some areas, and flooding in others," Saulo cautioned.

From Barron's Sep. 17, 2026

After we stretch—which hurts — there’s a couple of hours of strengthening exercises — which hurt—and a five-mile run—which kills.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins




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