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magnify

[mag-nuh-fahy] / ˈmæg nəˌfaɪ /




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As the black holes orbit each other, their immense gravity could repeatedly magnify the light from stars located behind them, creating recurring flashes that may reveal the hidden systems.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

While leverage can lead to exponential gains, critics warn it can also magnify losses.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

This pattern has helped to magnify the party's seat losses, which currently stand at 250 seats or half of all those it has been trying to defend.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

“If you keep up the spending, the market volatility will magnify that, but if you focus on the withdrawal aspect of it, you can mitigate some of that risk,” she said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

She blinks up at us through glasses that magnify her eyes.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu




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