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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This created a reinforcing cycle in which rising oxygen levels encouraged chemical changes that supported biological growth, which in turn helped maintain atmospheric oxygen.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 12, 2026
Jennifer Taylor, National Union of Students Cymru president, said the comments were "dangerous, harmful and are reinforcing a toxic culture on our campuses that must be tackled head on".
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 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
Katayama has repeatedly reaffirmed that Tokyo is working closely with the U.S. to ensure stability in the foreign-exchange market, reinforcing views that Japan is ready to intervene again as needed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
Lourdes fears that the boy is reinforcing Enrique’s sense of abandonment.
From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario
