- past tense form of strengthen.
- past participle of strengthen.
strengthened
Example Sentences
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OpenAI has said that it strengthened safety measures, and Chief Executive Sam Altman apologized for failing to alert law enforcement to the perpetrator’s account.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
"Together with Germany we have proposed a strengthened gradual integration process," French President Emmanuel Macron told journalists as he arrived at the summit.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
The data since the meeting has only strengthened his hand.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
As Sinlaku strengthened over open water, satellites began detecting signs that its effects extended far beyond the storm itself.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 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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