beefing up
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Some schools are starting their own in-house lending programs and others are beefing up their lists of private lenders with which they have special deals.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026
The continent’s energy infrastructure is about to become as important as beefing up its military.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026
The decision comes as many US companies have been beefing up security for executives, after the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare chief executive Brian Thompson last year.
From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026
In late 2024, Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled a plan to create more well-paying jobs for Californians in part by beefing up access to work-based learning at the high school and collegiate level.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 6, 2026
Remaining challenges include beefing up government revenues, negotiating further assistance from international donors, and increasing the efficiency and openness of both government and private financial operations.
From The 2000 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency
