Sentence examples for if not heightened from inspiring English sources

Slyly combative as always, Mr. Mortier initially blamed conservatives in the United States for the criticisms, but when reminded that conservatives in Vienna and elsewhere in Europe expressed equal if not heightened distress, he backtracked.

This study demonstrates that the risk of post-operative complications or the need for post-operative intervention is not heightened if the initial IOP is low.

Time had abolished their meaning, not heightened it.

If the economy continues to recover and international conflicts aren't heightened, there is a good chance the public will want to keep a Democrat in office.

What is an exclamation point for if not to convey heightened emotion?

Even if this radical shift does not occur, heightened protection for commercial speech still prevents the regulation of foods and drugs in a number of beneficial ways.

However, the majority of this album's songs showcase Lennox, if not in crisis, in heightened drama.

One well-intentioned NCAA initiative -- reform legislation targeting poor academic performance by student-athletes that bans a team's participation in NCAA post-season competition if they don't meet heightened graduation rate requirements -- has resulted in very real consequences for many.

The military said it was not on heightened alert.

Heating and vaporization, if not done properly can heighten the risk of mold formation due to humidity.

We can't expect heightened interest in those degrees if we haven't at least piqued that interest -- much less initiated vocational training -- during the K-12 stages.