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as in reassured
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as in supported
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as in inspired
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
a pep talk that encouraged the team to get out there and win
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as in promoted
to help the growth or development of
asserted that the government should be encouraging small businesses, not smothering them with regulations
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as in provoked
to rouse to strong feeling or action
the movie's cheap special effects will not encourage audiences to sit on the edge of their seats but to roll in the aisles with laughter
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as in urged
to try to persuade (someone) through earnest appeals to follow a course of action
the pastor continues to encourage the couple to work out their problems in hopes of saving their marriage
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Recent Examples of encouraged
La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Customers are encouraged to check with their local store for specific hours of operation.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Municipalities, school districts, and school bus transportation companies are eligible and encouraged to apply.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
Customers are encouraged to contact their local store for specific holiday hours.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Customers are encouraged to check Rite Aid's website for holiday store hours.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
An artist and activist with the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE), Rotolo encouraged Dylan’s support for the nascent civil rights movement.
—Grant Wong, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
The event is free and open to the public, but fundraising is encouraged before and during the event.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
While much of the work is already underway, Gordon encouraged those able to continue to donate to help bring the project to fruition.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 22 Dec. 2024
Verb
The Year of Return also encouraged tourism and cultural connections between the African diaspora and Ghana.
—La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Customers are encouraged to check with their local store for specific hours of operation.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Municipalities, school districts, and school bus transportation companies are eligible and encouraged to apply.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
Customers are encouraged to contact their local store for specific holiday hours.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Customers are encouraged to check Rite Aid's website for holiday store hours.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
An artist and activist with the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE), Rotolo encouraged Dylan’s support for the nascent civil rights movement.
—Grant Wong, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
The event is free and open to the public, but fundraising is encouraged before and during the event.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
While much of the work is already underway, Gordon encouraged those able to continue to donate to help bring the project to fruition.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 22 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encouraged
Verb
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Though her innovations inspired a movement in young children’s learning, Montessori saw her work more simply.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
6 Jan. 2025
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Will the timepieces that make their debut in the coming months reflect the exuberance of the former period or the practicality inspired by the reckoning that came after?—
Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
6 Jan. 2025
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Pippen was promoted from his two-way deal to a roster contract and has played every game for a team with the second-best record in the West.—
Eric Koreen,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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Vogue Ukraine has always supported and promoted young national talents.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
3 Jan. 2025
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The incident was caught on video, making waves online and on local TV news, and provoked an outcry from fellow residents.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
3 Jan. 2025
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His 1954 run for governor in Connecticut provoked questions about whether the state was ready for a Jewish governor.—
Arthur House,
Hartford Courant,
30 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Earlier in December, Pope Benedict XV urged a holiday truce.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Dec. 2024
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Travelers are urged to keep up to date with weather alerts from their local NWS offices before setting out.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Meanwhile, the bobcat looked completely unfazed and seemed intrigued by Shadow and unafraid to get close to the window.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
10 Feb. 2025
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The impression of Breillat created by her films is that of a person who is unafraid of—who perhaps even delights in—confrontation.—
Victoria Uren,
The New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2025
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Trust Of The Heart Affective trust is the trust of the heart, cultivated when leaders authentically connect on an emotional level and demonstrate genuine empathy.—
Ricky Muddimer,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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For wine lovers seeking a casual, modern experience, Portland has cultivated a vibrant urban wine scene that offers an exciting alternative to California’s more traditional tasting rooms.—
Rachel King,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Even amidst challenges and when faced with obstacles, Lisa would roll up her sleeves and shatter all barriers, always motivated by her why.—
Lauren Carpenter,
USA TODAY,
5 Jan. 2025
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Given that both attacks appeared to be ideologically motivated, authorities wondered initially whether the two events might be connected.—
Monte Morin,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Ross spoke with The Hill about Trump’s economic team for his second administration, his outlook on tax legislation and why Trump is more emboldened to use tariffs against allies and adversaries alike.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
29 Jan. 2025
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For Rhodes, there's enormous potential in what an emboldened country music streaming marketplace can offer.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
5 Sep. 2024
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“Encouraged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encouraged. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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