magnify
verb (used with object)
to increase the apparent size of, as a lens does.
have magnified
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present perfectof magnify.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 much of small-town and rural America, moviegoing is becoming a thing of the past, pushed out by streaming services that have magnified the social isolation of the worst pandemic years.
From Salon ● Dec. 18, 2025
Rubin’s statement said of the composer, “Diane Warren’s music and lyrics have magnified the emotional impact of countless motion pictures and inspired generations of musical artists.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 21, 2022
Some of the supply chain snarls that have magnified inflation since the pandemic recession may begin to ease in the coming months.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 10, 2022
And the growing pains have magnified decisions that, with success, may have otherwise been cast aside.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 11, 2021
Sentiment and tradition have magnified his achievements, and confused his career with tales of portents and magical powers.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 1 "Gichtel, Johann" to "Glory" by Various
