strengthen

[US]/ˈstreŋθn/
[UK]/ˈstreŋθn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vi. to make or become stronger or more powerful; vt. to make something stronger or more solid.

Phrases & Collocations

strengthen environmental protection

strengthen the awareness

strengthen unity

strengthen discipline

Example Sentences

a plan to strengthen and restructure the EC.

strengthen preparedness against war

The fence was strengthened with wire.

They have strengthened their hold on the troops.

They strengthened the city walls.

The failure only strengthened our determination.

The new anti-drug laws will strengthen the hand of the police.

This is essentially a development of thoria dispersion strengthened nickel alloys.

The statement, in a manner, strengthened his position.

The wind strengthened during the night.

Her encouragement and support strengthened our resolve.

Their opposition only strengthened her resolve not to give in.

he wanted to strengthen rather than loosen union links.

she received information that strengthened her resolve.

Currently,no standard could be referenced for strengthening rowlock wall.

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