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as in to exaggerate
to add to the interest of by including made-up details
there's no need to magnify the events of your trip in order to make it seem impressive
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as in to elevate
to assign a high status or value to
his newfound fame as an actor has finally magnified him in the eyes of his perennially doubting family
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as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the movie's sound effects magnify every crash and boom in the action scenes
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as in to celebrate
to proclaim the glory of
imposing cathedrals that were built to magnify the Lord and to inspire awe in worshippers
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Recent Examples of magnify
Steady truth will magnify our impact.
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Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2026
The space telescope's primary science goals include studying dark energy, mapping dark matter and discovering thousands of exoplanets via gravitational microlensing, in which a massive foreground object bends the light of a background star, temporarily magnifying it like a lens.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 1 Jan. 2026
Köroğlu explains that seasonal shedding magnifies density changes, making the scalp look different under winter’s harsher lighting.
—Connie Etemadi, Miami Herald, 31 Dec. 2025
If acceleration of consumption becomes the default, the industry risks magnifying its biggest environmental liabilities.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 29 Dec. 2025
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Allegations that are now spreading online could be misinterpreting records or exaggerating minor issues — or could be exposing actual fraudulent activity.—
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For instance, Venus opposing Jupiter retrograde can exaggerate desires or emotional spending, while the sun, Mars and Mercury opposing Jupiter can result in overextension or impulsive decision-making.—
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Recently, researchers have made a major leap forward by engineering a novel cathode material that dramatically elevates performance, bringing us closer to practical, high-efficiency thermal energy systems.—
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These ones elevate the trend — pun intended — with comfortable platform soles and double side stripe appliqués.—
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For immigration advocates in the Bay Area, Good’s death has intensified long-standing concerns about intimidation and retaliation against those who monitor federal agents.—
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The chaos intensified after someone threw a snowball.—
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The couple shared a sweet moment together as the actor celebrated his big win at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards.—
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Some bring the joy of surfing to kids dealing with trauma and celebrate older surfers in an annual contest.—
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Titanium dioxide materials and high-refractive-index lenses further enhance light absorption.—
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These features are further enhanced by technology that adapts to individual preferences, such as smart shower controls and lighting systems tailored to each user.—
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Still, the district put full faith in its current coaches, promoting from within.—
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The series is part of the theater's efforts to promote accessible, affordable arts programs for the Aurora community.—
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Having that rejection at the beginning of the movie sets the tone for my character where everything is just heightened.—
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The parade’s mission is to recognize veterans’ sacrifices and heighten community appreciation of military service, its website states.—
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Residents of Northern California might perk up their ears at the inclusion of the Columbia River Gorge, a rugged and waterfall-blessed region in Oregon and Washington that’s within striking range.—
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And if she's found happiness, God bless.—
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“Magnify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnify. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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