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




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“We remain focused on consistent execution across food, service, experience and affordability to strengthen the guest experience and drive sustainable long-term growth,” Spanos said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026

It says it will also strengthen pollution monitoring and enforcement and promote public transport and electric vehicles.

From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026

Physical damage can initiate the process, chemical stress can influence the conversion of signaling molecules, and DHRS7 helps strengthen the resulting signal.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 5, 2026

He also secured backing from the powerful California Teachers Assn. after pledging to pause new charter schools and strengthen oversight.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2026

“Purpose: To provide for a Family Reunion Program which helps preserve, enhance, and strengthen family ties that have been disrupted as a result of incarceration.”

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover

Combined with archaeological discoveries, the evidence strengthens the possibility that Isturitz Cave served as a gathering place where different groups of prehistoric people encountered one another.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 2, 2026

"We pray that this royal visit further strengthens the enduring bonds of friendship between the Crown and the Bahamian people."

From BBC ● Oct. 28, 2026

James Earl, chief executive of Future Energy Networks, welcomed Jackdaw's approval, saying that "at a time of global instability, gas produced at home strengthens Britain's energy security".

From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026

Dimon temporarily chairs the Alliance for Critical Infrastructure, a coalition of about 50 companies that vets open-source code and strengthens security across a range of sectors.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026

A truly self-reliant person finds his weak link and strengthens it.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers

The consistency between these independent groups and testing methods strengthened the researchers' confidence in the findings.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 5, 2026

Chan said she was “deeply grateful” to Pelosi “for her trust and for four decades of extraordinary service that have strengthened San Francisco and our country.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2026

Gowerton councillor Susan Jones said: "Obviously that bridge is a problem. When they extended the railway station it was strengthened - if they hadn't, I dread to think."

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

A measure of underlying demand that carves out more volatile government, inventory and international trade numbers also strengthened.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026

Malcolm’s arms, strengthened by days of paddling, now ached with exhaustion.

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman

The findings suggest that strengthening the pathway might eventually help healthy tissues tolerate damaging conditions more effectively.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 5, 2026

"Renewables ... are not only one of the most effective tools for tackling climate change, but also an important means of strengthening energy security and reducing dependence on foreign supplies," he said.

From Barron's ● Nov. 5, 2026

Bergeron said the new board will focus on strengthening corporate governance, returning to growth, and selecting a successor to CEO Farooq Kathwari.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 4, 2026

Although the report pointed to some strengthening in the labor market, it’s unlikely the improvement represents the start of a broader upturn.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 3, 2026

Octavian knew that strengthening the east and having access to Egypt’s resources made Mark Antony a serious threat.

From "Sterling Biographies®: Cleopatra: Egypt's Last and Greatest Queen" by Susan Blackaby


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