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Fortify Fortified Good Strengthen Night's Sleep Big Breakfast

word fortify
definition To strengthen.
eg_sentence Fortified by a good night's sleep and a big breakfast, they set off for the final 20 miles of their journey.
explanation Medieval cities were fortified against attack by high walls, and volunteers may fortify a levee against an overflowing river by means of sandbags. Foods can be fortified by adding vitamins, but “fortified wines,” such as sherry and port, have brandy (a “stronger” drink) rather than vitamins added to them. By adopting good exercise habits, you can fortify your body against illness. And fortifying needn't always be physical. An author's reputation may be fortified by the success of his new book, or a prosecutor can fortify a case against a suspect by finding more evidence.
IPA ˈfɔrtɪˌfaɪ

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