Example Sentences

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As the longer-term consequences of the war reveal themselves, that process will deepen.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

"The EU and Switzerland are about to finish a broad package of agreements that will deepen and expand our relationship with this very important and historical European partner," she said.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

“Our focus remains on building experiences that will deepen that connection to ‘Wicked,’” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2025

The major non-NATO ally designation will deepen defense cooperation and was celebrated as a momentous victory in Saudi Arabia’s state-controlled press.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

If the heat is continued sufficiently long, this brown will deepen to black, while the flame is turned green.

From The Chemistry, Properties and Tests of Precious Stones by Mastin, John