thickened
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Each layer thickened the regulatory side of the law, but without strengthening the liberal one.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
When the sleepiest central bank on Earth becomes the one that matters, the plot has thickened.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 2026
Add 2 cups water or broth and simmer for 5 minutes, until slightly thickened and stew-like.
From Salon ● May 19, 2026
In both cases, cartilage that had become thin and dysfunctional with age thickened across the joint surface.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 20, 2026
As evening thickened and lights were turned on, you could see inside where large mirrors hung on ivory-white walls and long curtains framed polished wood tables.
From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt
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