as in evolved
being far along in development
an improved version of the software is now available
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as in enhanced
to make better
a little salt would improve this bland food
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Recent Examples of improved
Fredrik Nilsson, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The plan calls for improved traffic flow while turning the causeway’s edges into an elaborate and environmentally resilient park called The Shoreline.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 18 May 2026
All that’s left is to open a bunch of Chrome tabs, scroll through my top picks, get your credit card ready, and check out with a new and improved summer wardrobe.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 18 May 2026
More Research is Needed While some studies show promise, more research is needed to determine how the results translate to humans and which other compounds in asparagus may contribute to improved insulin sensitivity and secretion.
—Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 18 May 2026
Good communication has many potential benefits, such as improved teamwork, faster decision-making, a reduction in miscommunication, solid customer relationships, and efficient workflows.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 18 May 2026
The Infleqtion team argues that this could allow earlier detection of threats, better performance in jammed environments, and improved identification of hidden or spoofed signals.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
The systems submitted by Elbit America, L3Harris, and Photonis all reflect a transition from monocular to binocular systems, providing a wider field of view, improved situational awareness, and proper depth perception – so less tripping over air pockets in the dark.
—David Szondy
may 17, New Atlas, 17 May 2026
Explosions, sound effects, and background music all benefit from the improved bass response, which makes the viewing experience more immersive.
—Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 16 May 2026
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 19 May 2026
The Canadiens haven’t lost consecutive games since mid-March, and improved their playoff record to 6-0 following a loss.
—ABC News, 19 May 2026
And less than a year since he was called up last June, the case is increasingly compelling as his plate discipline and mindset have improved immensely since and through his 2025 struggles.
—Kansas City Star, 19 May 2026
New York, which improved to 4-10 in one-run games, trailed 3-1 in the fourth inning and 5-3 in the seventh in its first game against Toronto since losing last year's AL Division Series.
—CBS News, 19 May 2026
The Golden Knights improved to 3-0 in overtime in this postseason.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 13 May 2026
Smartphone cameras have improved dramatically over the past decade, but the moment of capture still remains surprisingly difficult.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 12 May 2026
The findings suggest that restoration could be improved by selecting or breeding eelgrass better suited to future conditions.
—Annika Hammerschlag, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
With Friday’s victory, the Heat improved to 9-20 this season against teams currently with a winning record.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Tools like flexible block partitioning and improved motion detection allow AV1 to reduce data usage while still maintaining a high level of detail.
—Fredrik Nilsson, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The plan calls for improved traffic flow while turning the causeway’s edges into an elaborate and environmentally resilient park called The Shoreline.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 18 May 2026
All that’s left is to open a bunch of Chrome tabs, scroll through my top picks, get your credit card ready, and check out with a new and improved summer wardrobe.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 18 May 2026
More Research is Needed While some studies show promise, more research is needed to determine how the results translate to humans and which other compounds in asparagus may contribute to improved insulin sensitivity and secretion.
—Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 18 May 2026
Good communication has many potential benefits, such as improved teamwork, faster decision-making, a reduction in miscommunication, solid customer relationships, and efficient workflows.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 18 May 2026
The Infleqtion team argues that this could allow earlier detection of threats, better performance in jammed environments, and improved identification of hidden or spoofed signals.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
The systems submitted by Elbit America, L3Harris, and Photonis all reflect a transition from monocular to binocular systems, providing a wider field of view, improved situational awareness, and proper depth perception – so less tripping over air pockets in the dark.
—David Szondy
may 17, New Atlas, 17 May 2026
Explosions, sound effects, and background music all benefit from the improved bass response, which makes the viewing experience more immersive.
—Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 16 May 2026
Verb
The mismatch between workers and available jobs—a key barometer of labor market stress—has actually improved since that moment, falling below its pre-pandemic level.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 19 May 2026
The Canadiens haven’t lost consecutive games since mid-March, and improved their playoff record to 6-0 following a loss.
—ABC News, 19 May 2026
And less than a year since he was called up last June, the case is increasingly compelling as his plate discipline and mindset have improved immensely since and through his 2025 struggles.
—Kansas City Star, 19 May 2026
New York, which improved to 4-10 in one-run games, trailed 3-1 in the fourth inning and 5-3 in the seventh in its first game against Toronto since losing last year's AL Division Series.
—CBS News, 19 May 2026
The Golden Knights improved to 3-0 in overtime in this postseason.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 13 May 2026
Smartphone cameras have improved dramatically over the past decade, but the moment of capture still remains surprisingly difficult.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 12 May 2026
The findings suggest that restoration could be improved by selecting or breeding eelgrass better suited to future conditions.
—Annika Hammerschlag, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
With Friday’s victory, the Heat improved to 9-20 this season against teams currently with a winning record.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 1 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improved
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Thus, the aye-aye evolved to fill that vacancy.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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Indigo Girls fans already have an evolved perspective on aging and a deeper understanding of how badass vulnerability really is.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
19 Apr. 2026
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Herrero also sought to use practical effects throughout the film, including gunfire and explosions, often enhanced with visual effects.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
16 May 2026
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ChatGPT Enterprise offers enhanced privacy protections, larger context windows, and administrative controls appropriate for law firms and legal departments handling confidential client information.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Wood has trained fighters of all ages and says that the biggest difference in training those of a more advanced age (particularly over 40) is injuries.—
Sarah Shephard,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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The competitive clinic market has also pushed standards higher, with advanced technology and meticulous service now the norm for visitors seeking everything from a basic facial to more involved cosmetic procedures.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2026
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“Improved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improved. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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