deepening

verb

present participle of deepen
as in intensifying
to make markedly greater in measure or degree this book really deepens our knowledge of how the brain works

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Recent Examples of deepening Brent crude climbed back above $90 a barrel and gasoline stayed over $4 a gallon all month, deepening inflation pressures and sharpening expectations the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates again. — Damian J. Troise, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026 Salesforce ‘s deepening push into artificial intelligence is showing signs of paying off, and that should continue to benefit its stock, according to Goldman Sachs. — Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026 But the war is deepening all these rifts and creating new ones. — Dina Esfandiary, Foreign Affairs, 27 Aug. 2026 Meanwhile, the deepening fragmentation and disorder in the Middle East caused by the war are seen in China as an opportunity to make new diplomatic inroads in the region. — Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 27 Aug. 2026 Apart from deepening its presence in existing markets, IHH is also considering expanding into adjacent countries, though Prem admits that no concrete plans have yet been made. — Angelica Ang, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026 Beyond brands and filmmakers, InnoAsia is deepening ties with technology firms and international markets. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026 Talks between the United States and Canada about a deal that could have staved off the imposition of 50 percent duties fell apart Friday evening, deepening a months-long fracture between the North American neighbors. — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026 One of the most powerful figures in Iran has said that the US campaign of maximum economic pressure will fail — in a further sign that Iran’s hardline leadership is unwilling to compromise despite a deepening economic crisis. — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deepening
  1. intensifying
  2. heightening
  3. enhancing
  4. strengthening
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  • Richard Engel is back in Ukraine to report on its intensifying war with Russia, with a strike this weekend on a warehouse west of Kyiv becoming its deadliest attack this year — more than 38 people were killed.
    — NBC News, NBC news, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Bumpy road ahead Beyond political scrutiny, intensifying competition has also added to the company’s struggles in recent years.
    — John Liu, CNN Money, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of intensifying
Verb
  • This, of course, is intensified by the weight of tomorrow’s lunar eclipse, already heightening our emotions.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Seattle comforts you with its natural beauty, quieting your mind and heightening your senses.
    — Giovanna Caravetta, Travel + Leisure, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of heightening
Verb
  • The monthly books are chosen by a committee through the Dollywood Foundation with the goal of enhancing early childhood education.
    — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The organization works to champion aspiring and established storytellers by providing events and services, enhancing public awareness and participation and encouraging community partnerships.
    — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of enhancing
Verb
  • The bill’s proponents have maintained that the law will crack down on voter fraud and is a step toward strengthening voter integrity laws.
    — Liv Caputo Herald, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Russian Transport Minister Andrey Nikitin dismissed any travel concerns, saying that authorities are constantly strengthening flight safety.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of strengthening

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“Deepening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deepening. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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