heighten

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Inflationary pressures in Japan could heighten as flight-to-safety demand for the dollar pushes the yen toward 160, the threshold that puts traders on guard for potential government intervention.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Any signs of cooling inflation would also heighten prospects of a cut.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Booker and Van Hollen’s bills could heighten that disparity, said Garrett Watson, director of policy analysis at the think tank.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

Swirling dust, burning trees, thick smoke and drifting embers heighten the danger, while firsthand accounts layered emotional tension.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

Elizabeth listened with delight to the happy, though modest hopes which Jane entertained of Mr. Bingley’s regard, and said all in her power to heighten her confidence in it.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen