strengthen
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One of California’s first moves was to put a moratorium on issuing new hospice licenses to give officials time to strengthen oversight.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Avoid judging friends’ financial choices and openly discuss money-related tensions in a nonblaming way to strengthen the relationship.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
So people don’t hear about the bills she actually did sign — legislation to lower energy costs, strengthen schools, make housing more affordable and attract billions in business investment to the commonwealth.
From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026
A Foreign Office spokeswoman also highlighted how the King's visit could help strengthen the relationship and protect its long-term benefits.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Claire held one in each arm and then laughed herself as she realized she was raising and lowering them slightly, the same way Einar had her raise and lower heavy rocks to strengthen her forearms.
From "Son" by Lois Lowry
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