fatten
verb (used with object)
to make fat.
has fattened
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present perfectof fatten (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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In fact, they’re profiting from the delays: The shortage of shipping capacity created by the flotilla of carriers at anchor has fattened the vessel owners’ bottom lines.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2021
Arguing over the subjective meanings of words and phrases has fattened the wallets of a lot of lawyers.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 23, 2020
The rise of streaming has fattened the wallets of superstar writer-producers like Shonda Rhimes and Ryan Murphy, while also giving chances to unproven writers.
From New York Times ● Feb. 23, 2020
Apple also has fattened its portfolio of accessories and other devices, from its AirPods wireless headphones to a new Apple Watch with cellular data features.
From Reuters ● Dec. 28, 2017
She has fettered the energies of the people, while she has fattened upon their industry.
From Our War with Spain for Cuba's Freedom by Trumbull White
