magnifying

verb

present participle of magnify
1
as in exaggerating
to add to the interest of by including made-up details there's no need to magnify the events of your trip in order to make it seem impressive

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2
as in elevating
to assign a high status or value to his newfound fame as an actor has finally magnified him in the eyes of his perennially doubting family

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3
as in intensifying
to make markedly greater in measure or degree the movie's sound effects magnify every crash and boom in the action scenes

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4
as in praising
to proclaim the glory of imposing cathedrals that were built to magnify the Lord and to inspire awe in worshippers

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Recent Examples of magnifying One of the telescope’s magnifying lenses focused on the Sun, and the intense rays started a fire. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Aug. 2026 But the order will leave its mark by magnifying the confusion many parents already face in making decisions about their children’s immunizations. — Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2026 Don’t assume eclipse glasses over a magnifying optic will do the trick — concentrated sunlight can damage the filter and seriously injure your eyes. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 11 Aug. 2026 When spans of control expand without a corresponding investment in manager capability, organizations risk magnifying existing weaknesses, leading to less coaching, less clarity and less career support for employees. — Doug Dennerline, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 That adds an extra level of risk into the market—traders forced to cover their losing bets may end up selling other stocks to raise cash, thus magnifying selling pressure in the markets. — Jim Edwards, Fortune, 1 July 2026 Analysts say Ukraine's efforts to eliminate Russian air defense are magnifying the strikes' impact. — Aidan Stretch, CBS News, 29 June 2026 Red is immediately abducted, cut open in an ambulance, and injected with pain-magnifying drugs by his torturers, while Liz accidentally murders the mysterious man surveilling her next door. — Ew Staff, Entertainment Weekly, 25 June 2026 The gravitational lensing effect of a galaxy between MRG-M0138 and Earth refocused the light from that distant galaxy, magnifying it by 30 times, allowing Ellis and colleagues to intricately reconstruct the internal details of MRG-M0138. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 8 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnifying
  1. exaggerating
  2. elevating
  3. intensifying
  4. praising
  5. enhancing
  6. promoting
  7. deepening
  8. celebrating
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  • Thomas cautioned against exaggerating the power of AI agents, however.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Washington has a history of exaggerating the competitive threat from rivals, whether that was the Soviet Union or Japan.
    — Andy Browne, semafor.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of exaggerating
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  • But for allies of a vice president who’s uniquely willing to feed his online trolls, Magness struck a nerve by elevating Vance’s comments that the dollar’s reserve-currency status could be hurting the US’ ability to export goods.
    — Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The conflict in the Middle East, now nearing its six-month mark, has sent oil prices higher, elevating inflation concerns.
    — Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of elevating
Verb
  • Summary Major League Baseball's push for a salary cap is intensifying, fueled by recent record-breaking franchise sales.
    — Maury Brown, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Getting ahead in the burgeoning industry could also boost China’s standing in the intensifying competition with the US on artificial intelligence and advanced technology.
    — John Liu, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of intensifying
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  • Nixon also responded to a question about the DSA praising Fidel Castro recently on the anniversary of his birthday.
    — Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Mourinho stressed that actions speak louder than words, praising his squad's growing unity and dedication.
    — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of praising
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  • The stakes are high, with victory on the track bringing in prize money and enhancing the team’s attractiveness to sponsors like Petronas and Microsoft.
    — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Louisiana became the first to pass a film tax incentive, enhancing it in 2002; New Mexico and Georgia followed with their own programs.
    — Stacy Perman, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of enhancing
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  • Earlier this year, the diner rolled out the Fiesta Chicken Protein Bowl, promoting the dish's 52 grams of protein.
    — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Before putting your home on the market, talk with your REALTOR® about their strategy for promoting your property and whether your home will be listed in the MLS from the start.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of promoting
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  • Hair growth or voice deepening that appears suddenly or progresses rapidly may warrant prompt medical attention.
    — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Google reportedly plans to move its smartphone supply chain outside of China by next year, the latest sign of a deepening tech decoupling as tensions mount between Washington and Beijing.
    — Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of deepening
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  • The inaugural event took place the last weekend of July with Wyclef Jean at the controls of Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa, a beachside property in the Hamptons currently celebrating its centennial year.
    — Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Porsche’s ready to start celebrating the Nürburgring’s big birthday a little early.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of celebrating

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“Magnifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnifying. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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