thicken

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At the same time, M proteins can also cause the blood to thicken and concentrate in urine, both of which can cause renal problems.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

Coastal areas could see marine layer low clouds return as early as Friday night and thicken on Saturday night.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

When a solar storm hits Earth, it causes the upper atmosphere to expand and thicken, increasing drag on satellites.

From Science Daily • Jan. 28, 2026

If you have half an hour, let it thicken naturally into a quick jam.

From Salon • Oct. 23, 2025

So I wait for the line of passengers to thicken.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin