strengthen
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Grooming is one of the most important social activities among apes, helping to strengthen bonds and maintain relationships.
From Science Daily • May 31, 2026
Asked about the Vulcan deal being expedited, the Pentagon spokesperson said defense officials balance “lightning speed with rigorous diligence to close high-impact deals that directly strengthen America’s defense and empower our warfighters.”
From Salon • May 31, 2026
Musk is also putting the pieces together to strengthen his empire’s potential weaknesses.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
Such efforts would strengthen deterrence in the Pacific, Atlantic and waters in the High North, he added.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Hari had been too weak to walk to the river on his own legs, but now the river seemed to strengthen him.
From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan
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