REDOUBLE Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

redouble

verb

(ˌ)rē-ˈdə-bəl

Definition of redouble

as in to intensify

to make markedly greater in measure or degree rescuers redoubled their efforts to reach the people buried in the rubble after unexpectedly hearing someone call for help

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as in to double

to make twice as great or as many if we redouble the recipe, we'll have enough cookies for everyone

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Recent Examples of redouble This cumulative effect has made USA Fencing redouble its outreach to Hollywood, especially given the location of the 2028 games. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 28 May 2026 The government has redoubled its campaign for quicker EV adoption, framing it as a critical buffer against external supply shocks. — ABC News, 8 May 2026 As the source of nearly all of Canada’s oil exports, the province is redoubling its efforts to position itself as a reliable energy ally to the world, Alberta premier Danielle Smith said in an exclusive interview. — Gaurav Sharma, Forbes.com, 6 May 2026 The significant contribution came as the Dominican Republic and other countries called upon the international community to redouble its contributions, both to the Gang Suppression Force and to the Trust Fund supporting its operations. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for redouble

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The end of the men’s World Cup and subsequent drama at FIFA (that keeps getting messier) have only intensified that feeling this year.

— Emily Olsen, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2026
The government has intensified firefighting efforts across Sumatra and Borneo islands, deploying more than 35 aircraft including water-bombing helicopters and patrol airplanes.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of intensify

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Finally, the weather forecast is warm in Philadelphia, with the wind slightly blowing out to right field, further enhancing the chances of Schwarber and Harper hitting home runs.

— Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Hypersonic launch capabilities enhance the new Virginia class further, analysts said, noting that testing of a hypersonic glide vehicle is well underway.

— Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of enhance

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Corporate America has dramatically increased investment in women's sports over the past several years as leagues such as the WNBA and the National Women's Soccer League continue posting record attendance and television ratings.

— Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Houthis’ allies The Houthis are backed by Iran, which began increasing its aid to the group in 2014 as the civil war escalated and as its rivalry with Saudi Arabia intensified.

— Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of increase

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Ultimately, leveraging salary transparency allows for informed decisions, guiding learning and strengthening professional value for future opportunities.

— Sho Dewan, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
These same advantages have strengthened Washington’s ability to shape global legal norms.

— Mark Jia, Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of strengthen

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