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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 raising
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 fostering
Kansas City Star, 19 May 2026
Kane and his wife, Cindy Roberts, had three biological children together and welcomed six other children through adoption and fostering, McGinnis said.
—Joe Kottke, NBC news, 19 May 2026
Despite the temporary intake pause, the shelter emphasized that many of its dogs remain healthy and available for adoption or fostering.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
Milburn had to ultimately pause her full-scale fostering of bettas once her family routine changed and demanded more out of her.
—Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 10 Feb. 2026
The post said that short-term fostering of animals still helps make room and space needed at the shelter.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Dec. 2025
These outings, along with temporary fostering, increase a dog's likelihood of adoption by five and 14 times, respectively.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Engage in group practices that allow for the fostering of shared purpose, which may or may not be faith-based.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Join us as Regina demystifies the journey to holistic health, emphasizing the significance of faith and the fostering of genuine connections.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2025
Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
Therefore, building and fostering these remote connections is even more challenging at times.
—Bylaurie Shakur, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) refers to a set of organizational practices aimed at building workforces that reflect a range of backgrounds, ensuring fair access to opportunity, and fostering workplace cultures where employees from different demographics can contribute fully.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 19 May 2026
Today, this 33,000-acre park aims to capture something of the past by restoring native habitats and fostering sustainable land use for recreation and agriculture—all sandwiched between two urban centers.
—Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 16 May 2026
Features like live chat, polls and Q&A sessions allow creators to engage directly with their audience, fostering a sense of community.
—Adam Rumanek, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2026
Asma Uddin is an attorney who serves as a fellow for religious freedom for the Freedom Forum, a nonpartisan group dedicated to fostering First Amendment freedoms.
—Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2026
The Howard County Arts Council is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the arts in Howard County.
—Howard County Times, Baltimore Sun, 11 May 2026
After a 23-43 season in his first season, Jackson leads the Warriors to back-to-back playoff appearances with 47 and 51 wins but was fired amid a backdrop of friction with management (including team advisor Jerry West) and fostering a poor work environment.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 10 May 2026
Noun
Kane and his wife, Cindy Roberts, had three biological children together and added six more children to their family through adoption and fostering, McGinnis said.
—Kansas City Star, 19 May 2026
Kane and his wife, Cindy Roberts, had three biological children together and welcomed six other children through adoption and fostering, McGinnis said.
—Joe Kottke, NBC news, 19 May 2026
Despite the temporary intake pause, the shelter emphasized that many of its dogs remain healthy and available for adoption or fostering.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
Milburn had to ultimately pause her full-scale fostering of bettas once her family routine changed and demanded more out of her.
—Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 10 Feb. 2026
The post said that short-term fostering of animals still helps make room and space needed at the shelter.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Dec. 2025
These outings, along with temporary fostering, increase a dog's likelihood of adoption by five and 14 times, respectively.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Engage in group practices that allow for the fostering of shared purpose, which may or may not be faith-based.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Join us as Regina demystifies the journey to holistic health, emphasizing the significance of faith and the fostering of genuine connections.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2025
Verb
Luxury Spa Amenities at Canyon Ranch For pairs who want the full resort experience, the Mother-Daughter Spa Getaway at Canyon Ranch — available in Tucson, Arizona, and Lenox, Massachusetts — is built around quality time, fostering a deeper connection and discovering new experiences together.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
Therefore, building and fostering these remote connections is even more challenging at times.
—Bylaurie Shakur, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) refers to a set of organizational practices aimed at building workforces that reflect a range of backgrounds, ensuring fair access to opportunity, and fostering workplace cultures where employees from different demographics can contribute fully.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 19 May 2026
Today, this 33,000-acre park aims to capture something of the past by restoring native habitats and fostering sustainable land use for recreation and agriculture—all sandwiched between two urban centers.
—Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 16 May 2026
Features like live chat, polls and Q&A sessions allow creators to engage directly with their audience, fostering a sense of community.
—Adam Rumanek, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2026
Asma Uddin is an attorney who serves as a fellow for religious freedom for the Freedom Forum, a nonpartisan group dedicated to fostering First Amendment freedoms.
—Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 May 2026
The Howard County Arts Council is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the arts in Howard County.
—Howard County Times, Baltimore Sun, 11 May 2026
After a 23-43 season in his first season, Jackson leads the Warriors to back-to-back playoff appearances with 47 and 51 wins but was fired amid a backdrop of friction with management (including team advisor Jerry West) and fostering a poor work environment.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 10 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fostering
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The promotions in the NHL arena that viewers see on TV may not actually exist in person.—
Luke Connors,
Washington Post,
19 May 2026
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As of May 18, this promotion allows budget-conscious shoppers to lock in nationwide cellular access on a reliable network for the equivalent of just $10 a month during their first quarter.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
19 May 2026
Verb
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Screen Brasil reaffirms Embratur’s role in promoting the country internationally and expanding the international reach of Brazilian productions.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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On Sunday, the league posted a social media graphic promoting its doubleheader on NBC/Peacock.—
Bobby Burack OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
Verb
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The governing body said the show would support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which is raising $100 million to help children access education and soccer.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
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Israel’s national security minister inflamed the situation with a provocative visit to the contested Al Aqsa Mosque compound, raising concerns about Jerusalem’s status in the broader Israeli-Palestinian conflict.—
Julia Frankel,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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Whether this year is another blip or the start of at least a small rebuild is of course impossible to say yet, but the number of shows increasing (as did the number of pilots networks made) is an encouraging sign.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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As such, Google Project Zero is strongly encouraging vendors to improve their proactive software development practices to prevent these kinds of vulnerabilities from ever reaching end users.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
Noun
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The role is focused on international economic relations, investment facilitation, and strategic aviation partnerships.—
Matthew Kayser,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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In remarks before the vote, Falcon described her approach to the role as one of facilitation rather than direction.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
Verb
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The story centers on Zha, a janitor at a bankrupt, long-shuttered film studio who retreats into a virtual world, cultivating an online romance and dreaming of a voyage to the Moon.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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These guerrilla pop-ups launched the heartland quartet – singer Tyson Ritter, lead guitarist Nick Wheeler, rhythm guitarist Mike Kennerty and drummer Chris Gaylor – into a world of TikToks and Instagram posts, simultaneously cultivating a fan base decades younger than the now-middle-aged rockers.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
Verb
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By discovering and nurturing new talent, this platform ensures the broader industry continues to thrive and flourish.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
13 May 2026
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The actress and singer, who played the adult version of Chrissy, the neurotic, nurturing and pink-loving part of the film's main friend group, has thoughts on how her life would look nowadays.—
Ilana Kaplan,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
Verb
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The findings suggest that restoration could be improved by selecting or breeding eelgrass better suited to future conditions.—
Annika Hammerschlag,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Prevent mosquitos from breeding by eliminating standing water, the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District said.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
11 May 2026
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“Fostering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fostering. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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