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as in to promote
to help the growth or development of
the head librarian firmly declared that it is indeed the duty of local government to foster learning and a love of reading
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as in to raise
to bring to maturity through care and education
a greathearted couple fostering two adopted children as well as three more of their own
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Recent Examples of foster
That may sound obvious, but under the current framework, instead of proportionate consequences for any missing evidence, cases are very often dismissed outright, leaving victims without justice and undermining the accountability that is essential to fostering public safety.
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Mimi Rocah, New York Daily News, 13 Apr. 2025
Her organization uses Healthy Tribes money to foster connections between younger people and elders in Native American and Alaska Native communities.
—Devna Bose, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2025
As such, the President expended enormous energy to foster the notion that the U.S. could not live in isolation from the rest of the world.
—Time, 12 Apr. 2025
Authenticity fosters relatability, which in turn creates likability, all of which are needed for marketability.
—Ashley Hume, Fox News, 11 Mar. 2025
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Mimi Rocah, New York Daily News, 13 Apr. 2025
Her organization uses Healthy Tribes money to foster connections between younger people and elders in Native American and Alaska Native communities.
—Devna Bose, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2025
As such, the President expended enormous energy to foster the notion that the U.S. could not live in isolation from the rest of the world.
—Time, 12 Apr. 2025
Authenticity fosters relatability, which in turn creates likability, all of which are needed for marketability.
—Ashley Hume, Fox News, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for foster
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Infielder David Villar was promoted from Triple-A Sacramento to take his place.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
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Aguilera, 22, enlisted in March 2023 and was promoted to lance corporal in May 2024, according to the Marine 1st Division.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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Ocasio-Cortez raised $9.6 million in the year’s first quarter, an eye-catching amount that’s fueling speculation about her political future and potential ambitions.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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The resulting footprint is T-shaped, creating numerous pockets of outdoor space just begging to be built out with cushy outdoor seating, raised garden beds, an al fresco dining room, or your very own lanai.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Apr. 2025
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The goal of the tax subsidies was to encourage more Americans to save for retirement.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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For example, a VP of sales looking at declining numbers could stop themselves from commanding their team to call an additional 50 leads by the end of week and instead encourage their sales team to be more proactive.—
Michelle Stansbury,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Our culture is built on five core values: being customer-centric, fostering collaboration, driving results, nurturing talent and upholding integrity.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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Beyond wrestling, Funk Sr.'s impact as a promoter was immense, co-founding Western States Sports in Amarillo, a territory that nurtured future legends, including his sons Dory Funk Jr. and Terry Funk.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Of the traits the Bills are likely looking for, those are the more difficult to cultivate at the NFL level.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Keep coming back to your long-term vision, and cultivate this mindset among all employees, regardless of their role.—
Alexandre Bonvin,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Tree Hollows Tree hollows can collect rainwater and provide the perfect place for mosquitoes to breed.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2025
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The mosquitoes can breed in standing water, so public health officials are asking that county residents allow vector control technicians to provide free inspections and advice, Nolasco said.—
Caelyn Pender,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Foster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foster. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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