reinforce
verb (used with object)
to strengthen with some added piece, support, or material.
reinforcing
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present participleof reinforce.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The government meanwhile welcomed the polling date announcements as an "important stage ... towards reinforcing the country's democratic system".
From Barron's ● Oct. 15, 2026
That additional effort could make them less inclined to exercise, potentially reinforcing a pattern of inactivity.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2026
Cortez blamed the city for not taking any permanent or lasting measures to prevent the ocean from spilling into the streets, such as putting in place a concrete barrier or reinforcing the seawall.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 11, 2026
The number of people applying for unemployment benefits each week has fallen to historic lows, reinforcing that companies are very reluctant to lay off workers with the economy growing steadily.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026
“I don’t think he’s upset at you. I think he’s upset that I’m keeping us here. It’s just reinforcing his fears about not getting home.”
From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken
