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improve

[im-proov] / ɪmˈpruv /


Usage

What are other ways to say improve? The verb improve usually implies remedying a lack or a felt need: to improve a process, oneself (as by gaining more knowledge). The more formal verb, ameliorate, implies improving oppressive, unjust, or difficult conditions: to ameliorate working conditions. To better is to improve conditions which, though not bad, are unsatisfying: to better an attempt, oneself (as by gaining a higher salary).

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That raises the possibility that future microbiome-based treatments could improve oxalate breakdown inside the gut, potentially offering an alternative to relying only on dietary restriction.

From Science Daily Sep. 13, 2026

Lores plans to slash billions of dollars in costs, improve the PayPal checkout button and turn Venmo into a one-stop money-management app.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 11, 2026

As described by Channel 4, the two groups are "surrounded by the remnants of modern life" and they must "recycle, reuse and reinvent anything of use to improve their lives".

From BBC Sep. 11, 2026

Going forward, the most important thing for Kristersson is "to seize the moment" to improve the lives of "ordinary people".

From Barron's Sep. 11, 2026

Frequently use self-assessment as a means to improve future performance and to increase their effectiveness with those around them.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin

Supplies will grow by 2% as recycling of the metal improves, while the lack of investor desire to hold platinum will weigh on global demand.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 9, 2026

A timely acquisition expands the company’s production and improves profitability.

From Barron's Sep. 9, 2026

Researchers are now investigating whether SET or other proteins that suppress PP2A can be targeted safely and whether doing so improves the effectiveness of standard glioblastoma therapies.

From Science Daily Sep. 6, 2026

"It does, however, address the housing crisis, empowers tenants and improves their wellbeing," she added.

From BBC Sep. 6, 2026

This amiable spirit was felt at once, and both aunts ‘my deared’ her affectionately, looking what they afterward said emphatically, “That child improves every day.”

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott

Garcia improved to 26-2 with his 21st victory inside the distance and denied Benn, in his first world title bout, a chance to become a world champion like his father, England's Nigel Benn.

From Barron's Sep. 13, 2026

Mice receiving the drug improved beyond their starting levels in exploratory behavior, spatial memory, and blood-sugar maintenance.

From Science Daily Sep. 12, 2026

“We’ve improved, but obviously have a long way to go to where we want to be,” he said.

From Salon Sep. 12, 2026

The victory meant Maguire improved her career Solheim Cup record to nine wins, three defeats and one halved match, to give her the highest winning percentage o any European player that has played five matches.

From BBC Sep. 11, 2026

Cecily’s lung power had only improved with time.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood

He said he saw little evidence that borrowing conditions were restraining the economy and that the better inflation readings in June and July hadn’t convinced him the underlying trend was improving.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 11, 2026

XPO, Saia, Knight-Swift, and Paccar could benefit as tightening trucking capacity and improving freight rates outweigh the hit from soaring diesel prices.

From Barron's Sep. 10, 2026

Yes, it would be ideal if you worked with someone passionate about art and actively interested in improving their craft.

From MarketWatch Sep. 10, 2026

Bangladesh is one of the world's most densely populated tropical countries, making it a useful example of both the difficulties facing insect conservation and the opportunities for improving it.

From Science Daily Sep. 9, 2026

“Nne is really improving her sight reading,” she would add.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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