enhancer
Americannoun
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a person or thing that enhances.
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Genetics. a gene or gene fragment that activates other genes.
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“The debate about whether AI will fulfill its promise as a productivity enhancer won’t be settled for quite some time,” said Jeffery Buchbinder, chief equity strategist at LPL Financial.
From Barron's • May 7, 2026
Then, just before she hits the gate, Shiffrin pops a very legal performance enhancer known to sweet tooths everywhere: gummy bears, preferably Haribo, as mouth-puckeringly sour as possible.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026
During weeks like this, it helps—or, let’s be honest, it’s necessary—to think of meat as a flavor enhancer rather than the main event.
From Salon • Jan. 11, 2026
"The first gene editing drug approved for a blood disease -- sickle cell anemia -- targets a cell-type specific enhancer."
From Science Daily • Dec. 19, 2025
It’s my go.to outfit enhancer, and today is no exception.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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