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strengthen

[strengk-thuhn, streng-, stren-] / ˈstrɛŋk θən, ˈstrɛŋ-, ˈstrɛn- /




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According to the researchers, these genes help strengthen the fruit's natural defense systems and maintain redox balance, reducing cellular damage during storage.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

“This decision is part of a broader governmentwide and agency effort to find efficiencies, strengthen performance, and drive mission outcomes faster and more affordably.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

"On the contrary, they strengthen Mexico, strengthen Europe and strengthen the United States," she told a press conference.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

The Jericho, N.Y.-based floral-and-gift delivery company said this month that it is changing its marketing strategy, working to strengthen its brand cachet with consumers and reducing a heavy focus on driving transactions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

The verb vulcanize means “to strengthen a material such as rubber by combining it with sulfur and then applying heat and pressure.”

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker




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