heighten
Example Sentences
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The storm has resulted in saturated soils, heightening the risk of flooding, landslides, debris flows, and rapidly rising creeks and rivers statewide.
From Los Angeles Times
The number of Americans who filed for new unemployment benefits declined last week, as the U.S. labor market faces heightened economic uncertainty.
Many people fear that Christmas crowds could heighten security risks, but with the additional measures "they feel safer and are more comfortable going out", he said.
From Barron's
It’s a cycle where heightened risk and heightened prices can feed off each other.
From MarketWatch
Wednesday will also bring a heightened risk for flash floods in Los Angeles, Ventura and San Bernardino counties, according to the NWS.
From Los Angeles Times
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