thicken
verb (used with or without object)
to make or become thick or thicker.
has thickened
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present perfectof thicken (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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When the sleepiest central bank on Earth becomes the one that matters, the plot has thickened.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 2026
What’s different now is that artificial intelligence has thickened the plot.
From Barron's ● Mar. 5, 2026
Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 45 minutes, until it has thickened and is slightly caramelized.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 8, 2023
Bring the sauce to a boil, then turn down to medium and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and reduced a little.
From Salon ● Jun. 6, 2023
When the mixture has thickened add the well-beaten egg yolks and let cook three or four minutes.
From Quantity Cookery Menu Planning and Cooking for Large Numbers by Lenore Richards
