1
as in developing
to express more fully and in greater detail
after filing a report of missing luggage, he was asked to amplify a bit as to the circumstances
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as in increasing
to make greater in size, amount, or number
the number of blood volunteers was significantly amplified by the promise of thank-you gifts to donors
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as in intensifying
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
a fox's large ears serve to amplify such sounds as little critters skittering among stones
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Recent Examples of amplifying
Leaders who align their efforts with organizational values—by advancing equitable policies, removing barriers to growth or amplifying diverse perspectives—create stronger, more unified workplaces.
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Farah Bala, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
This connection often translates into brand advocacy, where users actively promote the company’s services within their networks, amplifying its reach and reputation.
—Kristofer Mussar, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Iron was eventually drained from the oceans, setting off a self-amplifying process where more and more oxygen was made available to accumulate in the atmosphere.
—David Bressan, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
This technology also improves electromagnetic shielding by amplifying internal multiple reflections and absorption effects.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 13 Mar. 2025
The World Cup request comes on the heels of Levine Cava amplifying her warning that cutbacks to county government spending may be needed next year.
—Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
Demand For Infrastructure And Hardware Is Increasing AI’s exponential growth is only amplifying our need for robust edge infrastructure to support it.
—Mark Mahle, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Doubt and comparison may lead to minimizing your partner’s strengths or even amplifying their flaws.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2025
This moment of isolation is a powerful visual cue that no one truly sees or understands her, amplifying her sense of rejection.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 14 Feb. 2025
Farah Bala, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
This connection often translates into brand advocacy, where users actively promote the company’s services within their networks, amplifying its reach and reputation.
—Kristofer Mussar, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Iron was eventually drained from the oceans, setting off a self-amplifying process where more and more oxygen was made available to accumulate in the atmosphere.
—David Bressan, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
This technology also improves electromagnetic shielding by amplifying internal multiple reflections and absorption effects.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 13 Mar. 2025
The World Cup request comes on the heels of Levine Cava amplifying her warning that cutbacks to county government spending may be needed next year.
—Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
Demand For Infrastructure And Hardware Is Increasing AI’s exponential growth is only amplifying our need for robust edge infrastructure to support it.
—Mark Mahle, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Doubt and comparison may lead to minimizing your partner’s strengths or even amplifying their flaws.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2025
This moment of isolation is a powerful visual cue that no one truly sees or understands her, amplifying her sense of rejection.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 14 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amplifying
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Recent research by Google, among others, is pointing the way towards developing more robust and resilient quantum methods.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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To fund these upgrades, the city proposes developing thousands of market-rate apartments.—
Andrew Genn,
New York Daily News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The team, however, is not increasing season-ticket prices in the upper level, per the spokesperson.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Mar. 2025
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Those in his position often pride themselves on insulation, increasing efficiency or an Ivy League education, a few foundations around which the Houston Astros have constructed their golden era.—
Chandler Rome,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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Wednesday Eastern Time, intensifying global trade uncertainty.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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But questions are intensifying over the fate of FDA user fee programs, the measles response and, most recently, Kennedy's decision to end the federal recommendation for fluoride in drinking water.—
Victoria Knight,
Axios,
9 Apr. 2025
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Jackson is also considering expanding her part-time interior decorating business.—
Barbara Bry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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Wood was recognized for her leadership in creating and expanding the district’s TRACprogram—Teamwork, Regulation, Acceptance, and Community.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2025
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With re-accelerating inflation on the horizon, another 5%+ inflation over the next four years could easily see gold at $5,000 an ounce.—
Clem Chambers,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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These changes disrupt the body's delicate anabolic-catabolic balance, with testosterone promoting tissue growth and libido and cortisol accelerating breakdown and stress responses.—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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Based on their website, the firm plans to upgrade and maintain the three-story buildings, focusing on enhancing the building systems, roof, common areas, exteriors and landscaping.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
The Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2025
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Being a go-to provider enables you to build trust with your clients, enhancing customer relationships.—
Jason Leverant,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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That said, the club didn’t pack it in, added high risk/high reward guys like Scherzer and Santander late in the winter, and likely upgraded their closer from Romano to Hoffman while augmenting their already solid defense with the (pricey) acquisition of Gimenez.—
Tony Blengino,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Can this power be guided with care, augmenting the light alongside economic destitution?—
John Werner,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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But a decade later, the 38-story structure has become emblematic of Hartford’s deepening office market troubles.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
24 Mar. 2025
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Ukraine and its European backers have watched on with deepening concern over the thawing of relations between Washington and Moscow.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Amplifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amplifying. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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