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is heightening

  • present progressive of heighten (3rd person singular).

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That is heightening the impact of Trump’s comments.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 4, 2026

And she adds the lack of a clear plan is heightening her anxiety about the future.

From BBC Nov. 13, 2023

The analysis mirrors recent comments from senior U.S. generals in the theater, who say that dangerous aerial intercepts by China are a growing concern that is heightening the risk of conflict.

From Washington Times Sep. 15, 2023

“California’s historic snowpack, coupled with spring rain, is heightening the potential for spring floods.”

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 17, 2023

Beauty is love and, hence is heightening fire, Consuming Nature.

From Freedom, Truth and Beauty by Doyle, Edward