Prices first began to strengthen after Venezuela's oil minister called for a committee meeting.

Many expect that the economy will strengthen again by the fall, after the summer breather.

Women's apparel sales continued to strengthen after many months of flat results.

In essence, support for the agriculture sector should be strengthened after 2013.

His determination to delay no longer strengthened after two particular afternoon visits.

On a more positive note, investors are also reacting to new data suggesting the economy may be strengthening after all.

His friendship with Gazzo grew and strengthened for the years after their first meeting.

That studio would be significantly strengthened after the deal.

Houston reported steady progress in efforts to strengthen his entire left side after battling knee problems last season.

Most of the walls and towers, strengthened after the Russian conquest in 1806, survived.