What does "engrosar" mean in English?

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Spanish

engrosar

English

to increase

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Alternative translations of "engrosar"

to increase
to swell
to thicken
to broaden
to enlarge

Examples of how to use "engrosar" in Spanish

Spanish
Va a engrosar las filas del equipo.
English
He is going to join the team.
Spanish
La tinta engrosa la línea lentamente.
English
The ink slowly thickens the line.
Spanish
El río engrosó tras las lluvias fuertes.
English
The river swelled after the heavy rains.
Spanish
La crema engrosaba con más harina.
English
The cream thickened with more flour.
Spanish
La población engrosará el próximo año.
English
The population will increase next year.

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Va a engrosar las filas del equipo.

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