as in increases
to make greater in size, amount, or number
our volleyball team was augmented by some of the exchange team's players
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Recent Examples of augments
Old Master art, religious or not, augments all kinds of Christmas décor by adding the patina of vintage values.
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Brian T. Allen, National Review, 14 Dec. 2024
Machine learning complements the cruise control, and evasive-steering assist augments the forward collision warning system.
—Doug Newcomb, PCMAG, 11 Dec. 2024
This is the first of a new type of rideshare program flying to that orbit that augments SpaceX’s Transporter program that flies to SSO.
—Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Dec. 2024
By promoting healthy digital habits, schools and families can work together to ensure social media augments rather than harms their children’s lives.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
The mid-season map update includes new content like Perk-a-Cola, field upgrade, a new ammo mod, nine major and nine minor augments to research, three new GobbleGums, a new handcannon support weapon, a new wonder weapon and a new enemy type.
—Meredith G. White, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
Instead of only automating data processing, this approach augments the expertise of employees who understand the nuances of their operations.
—Paul J. Noble, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
The game augments a virtual racer onto live footage captured from the cameras already on the vehicle, and using a controller, players seek to collect the most virtual coins that appear on the road.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 3 Oct. 2024
Brian T. Allen, National Review, 14 Dec. 2024
Machine learning complements the cruise control, and evasive-steering assist augments the forward collision warning system.
—Doug Newcomb, PCMAG, 11 Dec. 2024
This is the first of a new type of rideshare program flying to that orbit that augments SpaceX’s Transporter program that flies to SSO.
—Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Dec. 2024
By promoting healthy digital habits, schools and families can work together to ensure social media augments rather than harms their children’s lives.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
The mid-season map update includes new content like Perk-a-Cola, field upgrade, a new ammo mod, nine major and nine minor augments to research, three new GobbleGums, a new handcannon support weapon, a new wonder weapon and a new enemy type.
—Meredith G. White, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
Instead of only automating data processing, this approach augments the expertise of employees who understand the nuances of their operations.
—Paul J. Noble, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
The game augments a virtual racer onto live footage captured from the cameras already on the vehicle, and using a controller, players seek to collect the most virtual coins that appear on the road.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for augments
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This increases the chances of feeling sleepy at bedtime.Mill Etienne, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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What's more, exposure to gluten, and therefore to its famous ‘alpha-gliadin’ molecule, increases the production of zonulin, a protein that promotes the stretching of the intestine's tight junctions at the intestinal level.Marie Bladt, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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This will start a new story that expands until 2039—a story centered on your 11th house of community and higher ideals.Roya Backlund, StyleCaster, 23 Dec. 2024
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League officials have also said Las Vegas has a strong bid, and while losing out for the 30th slot, is still in contention if the league expands further.Maritza Dominguez, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
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This iterative approach accelerates the development process and can enhance the final product's quality, as continuous user input ensures better alignment with market needs.Wayne Yu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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This approach - Model-as-a-Service - not only reduces costs but also accelerates the adoption of AI across various industries.Mark Greeven, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Kohl's extends its hours the night before Christmas.Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Taking into account the undisputed areas along Ukraine’s borders with Belarus and Russia, as well as the line of contact in Ukraine, the front extends nearly 1,200 miles.Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
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The watch is paired with a white rubber strap which enhances the contrast even further.Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
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Research highlights that taking intentional breaks fosters well-being, improves performance, and enhances long-term decision-making.Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Augments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/augments. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.
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