fortify

Example Sentences

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who visited troops in the Middle East over the weekend, said the U.S. military took steps to fortify and disperse forces at its bases in the region before strikes began.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

After a bruising property downturn and years of economic uncertainty, families appear determined to fortify their balance sheets first — and spend later.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 26, 2026

New software techniques and extensions need to be developed to detect and fortify quantum programs against security threats.

From Science Daily • Jan. 20, 2026

Disney’s next CEO must navigate an uncertain future and fortify Disney+ as a leading streaming service.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2026

I recognized the formulas—the oils and tinctures were to fortify the liver and kidneys, and the clay was a foot soak to draw toxins.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover