as in enhances
to make better
a little salt would improve this bland food
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Recent Examples of improves
This method improves sun exposure and airflow in steep terrain.
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Emily Price, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
But the impact won’t be meaningful unless the accuracy of the models improves.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Made with a leftover ham bone, vegetables and split peas, the recipe reflects the kind of practical, nourishing cooking that stretches ingredients, improves with time and is rooted in family tradition.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Covenant Classical remains undefeated in TAPPS 1-3A Led by 20 points from senior Ellis Mitchell and 11 from senior Elijah York, Covenant Classical improves to 15-11 overall and 6-0 in TAPPS District 1-3A with a 58-44 win over Abilene Christian (11-12, 3-2).
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Jan. 2026
Management blamed supply constraints and sees above-seasonal growth through the rest of the year as supply improves.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 23 Jan. 2026
Lemon water also adds flavor, provides vitamin C, improves digestion, and can prevent kidney stones.
—Aubrey Bailey, Verywell Health, 12 Jan. 2026
Also required are 200 hours of personal development, which can include developing social and life skills as well as interests, and 200 hours of physical fitness, spent in any way that improves health and quality of life.
—Magda Liszewska, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
Yellowing, wilting, or leggy growth often improves with simple light, water, or placement tweaks.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 12 Jan. 2026
Emily Price, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
But the impact won’t be meaningful unless the accuracy of the models improves.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Made with a leftover ham bone, vegetables and split peas, the recipe reflects the kind of practical, nourishing cooking that stretches ingredients, improves with time and is rooted in family tradition.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Covenant Classical remains undefeated in TAPPS 1-3A Led by 20 points from senior Ellis Mitchell and 11 from senior Elijah York, Covenant Classical improves to 15-11 overall and 6-0 in TAPPS District 1-3A with a 58-44 win over Abilene Christian (11-12, 3-2).
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Jan. 2026
Management blamed supply constraints and sees above-seasonal growth through the rest of the year as supply improves.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 23 Jan. 2026
Lemon water also adds flavor, provides vitamin C, improves digestion, and can prevent kidney stones.
—Aubrey Bailey, Verywell Health, 12 Jan. 2026
Also required are 200 hours of personal development, which can include developing social and life skills as well as interests, and 200 hours of physical fitness, spent in any way that improves health and quality of life.
—Magda Liszewska, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
Yellowing, wilting, or leggy growth often improves with simple light, water, or placement tweaks.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improves
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Heather Rose explains how living quietly enhances her writing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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More critically, this is another update where Apple enhances iOS 26.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The fur lining helps block out the snow and the overall structure has a lightweight feel.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
22 Jan. 2026
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The show helps young viewers learn social skills like sharing, apologizing, and managing big feelings.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Improves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improves. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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