fortify

[US]/ˈfɔːtɪfaɪ/
[UK]/ˈfɔːrtɪfaɪ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vt. strengthen; enhance
vi. build defensive works

Example Sentences

This country will fortify the coastal areas.

surround with a stockade in order to fortify

The soldiers worked to fortify the castle walls.

Eating a balanced diet can help fortify your immune system.

The company decided to fortify its cybersecurity measures.

Drinking milk can help fortify your bones with calcium.

The city built a wall to fortify its defenses against invaders.

Adding extra layers of clothing can fortify you against the cold weather.

Regular exercise can help fortify your muscles and improve your overall health.

The company decided to fortify its position in the market by expanding its product line.

The city council voted to allocate funds to fortify the infrastructure against natural disasters.

Studying regularly can fortify your knowledge and improve your academic performance.

Real-world Examples

They were not rigging the election; they were fortifying it.

Source: Time

This is a four square mile heavily fortified area of government buildings and international embassies.

Source: CNN Selected May 2016 Collection

It was eventually fortified with concrete, armed guards, electric fences.

Source: CNN Listening Compilation November 2019

Poland stepped up its drive to modernize and fortify its defenses.

Source: VOA Daily Standard April 2018 Collection

Port is what you considered a fortified wine.

Source: Connection Magazine

Avila is one of the most fantastic fortified towns in europe.

Source: Yale University Open Course: European Civilization (Audio Version)

Third, fortifying the UN mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).

Source: BBC Listening Collection July 2016

The mosque was located in a heavily fortified area.

Source: The Economist - Weekly News Highlights

The House has narrowly approved $1.9 billion to fortify the Capitol after the Jan.6 insurrection.

Source: AP Listening Collection May 2021

The others were fed an ordinary diet, not fortified with microbes.

Source: The Economist - Technology

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