1
as in to improve
to make better
some shrubbery would really enhance the curb appeal of that house
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2
as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the right makeup would enhance the beauty of her eyes
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Recent Examples of enhance
Perfect for lining or filling in, the long-lasting formula locks in color and enhances the wear of your favorite lipsticks or glosses.
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Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 24 Apr. 2025
Trump's education agenda includes enhancing technological literacy.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
Rosemary oil may help hair grow due to compounds that improve blood flow to the scalp and stimulate hair follicles, similar to how minoxidil works to enhance hair growth.1 Studies on rosemary's effectiveness for hair growth are limited.
—Carley Millhone, Health, 23 Apr. 2025
Swiss technology and steel fixtures enhance the security of the Beverly Hills property.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 24 Apr. 2025
Trump's education agenda includes enhancing technological literacy.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
Rosemary oil may help hair grow due to compounds that improve blood flow to the scalp and stimulate hair follicles, similar to how minoxidil works to enhance hair growth.1 Studies on rosemary's effectiveness for hair growth are limited.
—Carley Millhone, Health, 23 Apr. 2025
Swiss technology and steel fixtures enhance the security of the Beverly Hills property.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enhance
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Sporting improved to 2-6-1 in MLS regular-season play, winning its second match of 2025.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
20 Apr. 2025
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If each of us could do one small good deed daily, the world would be improved.—
Maria Zimina,
New York Daily News,
20 Apr. 2025
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Patterson’s departure likely will intensify UM’s efforts to find a starting caliber safety in the portal.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
15 Apr. 2025
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In this context of uncertainty, competition intensifies on entry and middle market watches.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
14 Apr. 2025
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She's also sweetened her nail look significantly, opting for a soft pink manicure with what appears to be some 3D dewy details.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
12 Apr. 2025
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The price includes a free year of password management to sweeten the deal.—
StackCommerce Team (Sponsored),
PC Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
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Research from psychologists Robert Emmons and Philip Watkins shows that gratitude, especially in moments of hardship, strengthens our emotional well-being and deepens our connections.—
Colin Bedell,
Them.,
18 Apr. 2025
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The intricate tensions of their relationships are deepened by evocations of the past—including their forebears’ tragic resistance to enslavement—and of enduring African traditions.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2025
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Today’s Amazon deals are all about sprucing things up: your desktop setup, your tablet experience, and your audio at home or the beach.—
Shubham Yewale,
PCMAG,
20 Feb. 2025
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Pick from a number of different toppings to spruce it up, but if your stomach is feeling a little uneasy, order a plain bowl to help settle it down.—
Christina Liao,
Vogue,
27 Dec. 2024
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National security risks heightened in Great Lakes regions, expert says Jim Weakley, the president of the Lake Carriers' Association, which represents the interests of U.S. commercial shippers, discussed the national security risks present at the U.S.-Canadian border.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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While Istanbul was not impacted, the devastation in southern Turkey heightened fears of a similar quake with experts citing the city’s proximity to fault lines.—
Mehmet Guzel,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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Top the teeny-tiny treats with honey, icing, powdered sugar, or candied nuts, or leave them bare.—
Toni Sutton,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Subtle aromas of quince, ripe grapes, and a slight, candied Juicy Fruit gum-like sweetness add complexity.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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This experience strengthened my conviction in the impact of upskilling, talent development and strategic collaborations across industry, academia, nonprofits and government.—
Jay Garcia,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Several bridges in western Poland have been strengthened in recent years to accommodate heavy military loads.—
Barry R. Posen,
Foreign Affairs,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Enhance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enhance. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
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