amplify

Example Sentences

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But in a worst-case, albeit remote, scenario, the federal government can amplify rather than absorb shocks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

State media amplify this support showing nightly gatherings of loyal supporters across Iran.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

His sparring with the president appears to be part of an aggressive strategy to amplify his own messaging as he weighs a potential run for president in 2028.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

For passive funds tracking the index, these adjustments trigger forced selling of the removed stocks and buying of the replacements, which can amplify short-term price movements.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

When a. filovirus begins to amplify itself in a human being, the incubation period is from three to eighteen days, while the number of virus particles climbs steadily in the bloodstream.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston