deepened; deepening
ˈdē-pə-niŋ 
ˈdēp-niŋ
: to make deep or deeper
: to become deeper or more profound
Examples of deepen in a Sentence
They deepened the river so that larger boats could sail through.
Age had deepened the lines in his face.
The water deepens toward the center of the river.
Her powerful words deepened our commitment to the cause.
The vacation together deepened their relationship with each other.
The mystery was deepened by her silence.
This class will deepen your understanding of economics.
Living in the country's capital had deepened her knowledge of politics.
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For Christians, Easter marks the end of Lent, a season meant for deepening one’s faith through prayer, fasting and helping those in need.
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Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 4 Apr. 2026
Sharing these discoveries with fellow gardeners deepens our sense of connection and joy.
—Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
For Christians, Easter marks the end of Lent, a season meant for deepening one’s faith through prayer, fasting and helping those in need.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
And while Kennedy’s 27-year run at one company may be unusual today, the underlying lesson is that meaningful career growth comes from continually expanding one’s range, deepening judgment, and seeking out stretch opportunities—whether that happens within one company or across several.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2026
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“Deepen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deepen. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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