ameliorates

Definition of amelioratesnext
present tense third-person singular of ameliorate
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Verb
  • While no specific therapy is approved for ANDV, early recognition dramatically improves the ability to deliver aggressive supportive care, monitor oxygenation, isolate potentially infectious patients, and initiate contact tracing before broader transmission occurs.
    Steve Brozak, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
  • The slate improves from there, but Chicago TEs have only three favorable matchups all season.
    KC Joyner, New York Times, 15 May 2026
Verb
  • This process enhances nutrient absorption and eases the strain on your digestive system.
    Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 18 May 2026
  • The lower operating pressure reduces mechanical stress and minimizes the risk of containment failure, which enhances the safety profile of the system compared to conventional light-water reactors.
    Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
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“Ameliorates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ameliorates. Accessed 20 May. 2026.

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