- present participle of strengthen.
strengthening
Example Sentences
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The upgrade is part of chipmaker’s effort to meet AI chip demand and strengthening Europe’s semiconductor supply chain.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
"Lindsey understood that the security of Israel and America are inseparable. He devoted his life to defending America, strengthening our alliance and standing up for the free world," Netanyahu said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 12, 2026
Over the next few days, the continued hot and dry weather, coupled with strengthening winds and lower humidity, is expected to accelerate the drying of vegetation, increasing the risk for fires.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
At the same time, a strengthening El Niño is emerging as a major demand risk, with hotter weather and weaker hydroelectric generation expected to lift LNG consumption across Asia just as Gulf supply remains restricted.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026
Listening to the rain plinking against the gravestones, I stared at our tarp roof that was swaying in the strengthening wind.
From "The Bridge Home" by Padma Venkatraman
