strengthen

"We expect that we will never need to use them, but we do need to strengthen our resilience and preparedness," said the governor of the Dutch central bank, Olaf Sleijpen.

From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026

Beyond explaining the unusual quantum oscillations themselves, the findings strengthen the case for using ZrTe5 as a platform for exploring additional topological phases of matter.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 5, 2026

In July, company founder Aliko Dangote, whose net worth is estimated at $31.5 billion by Forbes, said the firm is aiming to reduce "Africa's reliance on imported refined products" and strengthen the "continent's energy security".

From Barron's ● Sep. 4, 2026

According to the release, Volkswagen’s supervisory board, consisting of 20 members, unanimously approved CEO Oliver Blume’s turnaround proposal, announced in June, to strengthen the automobile maker’s competitiveness.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 4, 2026

“Every effort will be made by employees of the Bureau to strengthen the morale,” Hoover wrote, “and to carry out to the letter your policies.”

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann

They are considering language that bans relationships between lawmakers and staff, strengthens whistleblower protection, expands training and updates the misconduct reporting processes.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026

"This study strengthens the evidence that the universe contains a component of dark matter," says Gallardo.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 25, 2026

Tai chi strengthens the lower-body and builds postural and core muscles — the body’s deep stabilizing muscles — though it does so gently, over time.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026

That AI momentum "strengthens our confidence in our long-term growth potential", Li said.

From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 2026

“It sends the blood flying through thy veins to warm thee. Besides, it strengthens thy body and, best of all, it strengthens thy spirit to do a hard thing.”

From "The Door in the Wall" by Marguerite de Angeli

Recent wins by nonprofits against the administration include an appeals court ruling in June that the Environmental Protection Agency must uphold strengthened air pollution standards for fine particular matter or soot.

From Barron's ● Sep. 4, 2026

“Additionally, Kentucky and Texas strengthened their existing policies transitioning from embedded personal finance content within other courses to dedicated stand-alone courses.”

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 4, 2026

Early warning systems have been strengthened and deployment of pre-emptive medical assistance, but the strength of this particular event has raised serious concerns particularly for vulnerable groups.

From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026

"If soccer is strengthened in the developing world, global competition increases, which ultimately reduces Uefa's market power and provides more competition for its flagship tournaments," Fifa said.

From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026

These two scandals coming together undermined the credibility of the government and strengthened our hand.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

Still, if the Americans had a hand in forcing the Argentines out two centuries ago, they may now play a central role in strengthening the Argentine claim.

From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026

Two powerful hurricanes and a strengthening tropical storm on Wednesday were churning through the Pacific Ocean where waters were being warmed by a historically strong El Nino climate episode.

From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026

Garreaud pointed to the strengthening El Niño as an important backdrop to the unusually wet winter unfolding across north-central Chile.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 1, 2026

The mine was beneath an atmospheric river that inundated much of Chile, a rare occurrence that meteorologists said was consistent with a strengthening El Niño.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 29, 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