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reinforced

Pronunciation: [ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrst]

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Learn how to use reinforced in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “construction”

(verb) to make something stronger or better, often by adding support. This means you are helping a structure or material not to break easily. For example, if you build a wall and add extra bricks or metal bars, you've reinforced it.

Example

The team reinforced the bridge to make it safe for heavy trucks.

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They did not reinforce the building, and it later had problems during the storm.

Example

What materials can we use to reinforce the fence?

Context: “education”

(verb) to provide extra support or evidence to help someone understand something better. This can mean giving additional practice or information that makes the main idea stronger.

Example

The teacher reinforced the lesson by giving extra practice problems.

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She didn’t reinforce the concept, so the students got confused.

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How can we reinforce this topic to help students learn better?

Context: “structural”

(adjective) something that has been made stronger. This often refers to materials that can hold up better under pressure or stress.

Example

The reinforced walls of the building can withstand strong winds.

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The regular walls were not reinforced, which made them weak in the storm.

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Is this material reinforced to handle heavy loads?

How to pronounce reinforced

Pronunciation: [ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrst]

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