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strengthen

[strengk-thuhn, streng-, stren-] / ˈstrɛŋk θən, ˈstrɛŋ-, ˈstrɛn- /




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She introduced changes to strengthen the prosecution of serious crimes by allowing victims' statements to carry more weight as evidence and improved support for victims.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

It is expected to strengthen over the next few months, peaking potentially as a very strong - or so-called super El Niño - in the autumn.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Recent attempts to strengthen state laws often take aim at private-equity-backed support organizations, which provide back-office services to medical and dental practices in exchange for a fee.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

By combining microscopy, chemical analysis, and protein sequencing, the team aimed to rule out contamination and strengthen the case that the molecules were original to the dinosaur itself.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

In an effort to strengthen my case, I said, "My mother's on the list."

From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson




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