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improve

[im-proov] / ɪmˈpruv /


Usage

What are other ways to say improve? The verb improve usually implies remedying a lack or a felt need: to improve a process, oneself (as by gaining more knowledge). The more formal verb, ameliorate, implies improving oppressive, unjust, or difficult conditions: to ameliorate working conditions. To better is to improve conditions which, though not bad, are unsatisfying: to better an attempt, oneself (as by gaining a higher salary).

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Chief executive Anthony May said he came away from the announcement with a "renewed commitment" to continuing to improve, including implementing all of the essential actions detailed in Donna Ockenden's report.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

Chief Executive Brendan Foley said McCormick effectively managed elevated inflation and incremental costs related to the war in the Middle East, leveraging productivity initiatives and cost-savings programs to improve margins.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

The discovery could help researchers improve tsunami forecasting and better understand potential risks to coastal communities.

From Science Daily • Jun. 25, 2026

“We need to think about: How do we improve health? How do we improve physical function?”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 25, 2026

I’d already proven with Gran and Mrs. B that it could improve your mood.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas




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