heighten
Example Sentences
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Telling applicants that they were being evaluated likely heightened their anxiety and maybe even soured them on the loan, she says.
"Big clusters of debris-filled microglia form, heightening inflammation up and down the spinal cord. And when that happens, the tissue doesn't repair as well."
From Science Daily
The company said its profit rose in the latest quarter despite 2025 being marked by heightened geopolitical risks, trade policy uncertainty and market volatility.
"For individuals aged 65 years and over, maintaining overnight bedroom temperatures at 24°C reduced the likelihood of experiencing heightened stress responses during sleep," Dr. O'Connor said.
From Science Daily
Although the world of the movie is heightened and beautifully garish, the romance is more grounded.
From Los Angeles Times
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