reinforce
verb (used with object)
to strengthen with some added piece, support, or material.
reinforcing
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present participleof reinforce.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Through a series of experiments, researchers discovered that DT-109 disrupts this damaging cycle by improving the intestinal environment and reinforcing the gut's protective barrier.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026
Residents walked and rode bicycles along the boardwalk as dozers and excavators moved along the beach, reinforcing the several-foot-high berms built to protect homes from the ocean waves.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 11, 2026
Jennifer Taylor, National Union of Students Cymru president, said the comments were "dangerous, harmful and are reinforcing a toxic culture on our campuses that must be tackled head on".
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
The number of people applying for unemployment benefits each week has fallen to historic lows, reinforcing that companies are very reluctant to lay off workers with the economy growing steadily.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026
When starting, she recommends accepting and reinforcing behaviors that come close to the desired behavior.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
