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renforcer

to reinforce, to strengthen

verb rahn-for-SEH Rare

Usage Note

Renforcer is used for physical reinforcement (renforcer un mur) and abstract strengthening (renforcer la confiance). The reflexive se renforcer means to grow stronger. The noun le renforcement means reinforcement, and des renforts (reinforcements) is the military/police plural.

Examples

"Ces mesures renforcent la sécurité publique."

Natural Translation

These measures strengthen public safety.

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