as in promotes
to help the growth or development of
she worked hard to further her operatic career
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Recent Examples of furthers
The lawsuit furthers that Olson-Kennedy pressured Breen’s parents into consenting by warning them that Breen might die by suicide without these interventions.
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Kaelan Deese, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Dec. 2024
Under the intermediate-scrutiny test, this would mean asking whether the line drawn by Tennessee furthers an important government interest and does so by means that are substantially related to that interest.
—The Editors, National Review, 5 Dec. 2024
The result of these types of interactions is that Disco Elysium furthers intense feelings of uncertainty.
—G Kirilloff, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
The characters’ lack of lighting furthers this suffocating aesthetic, as many scenes are cloaked in darkness and deep shadows that restrict our field of vision, leaving much of what’s happening shrouded in mystery—a bizarre experience for a movie.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 5 Oct. 2024
Through both actions and words, teachers model the way forward, instructing team members in a manner that furthers their development.
—Thomas Lim, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
An athlete, coach or referee can rig a play in a way that furthers a prop bet but doesn’t impact who wins or loses a game and thus often evades notice.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 30 Sep. 2024
Kaelan Deese, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Dec. 2024
Under the intermediate-scrutiny test, this would mean asking whether the line drawn by Tennessee furthers an important government interest and does so by means that are substantially related to that interest.
—The Editors, National Review, 5 Dec. 2024
The result of these types of interactions is that Disco Elysium furthers intense feelings of uncertainty.
—G Kirilloff, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
The characters’ lack of lighting furthers this suffocating aesthetic, as many scenes are cloaked in darkness and deep shadows that restrict our field of vision, leaving much of what’s happening shrouded in mystery—a bizarre experience for a movie.
—Travis Bean, Forbes, 5 Oct. 2024
Through both actions and words, teachers model the way forward, instructing team members in a manner that furthers their development.
—Thomas Lim, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
An athlete, coach or referee can rig a play in a way that furthers a prop bet but doesn’t impact who wins or loses a game and thus often evades notice.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for furthers
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The jury for European Shooting Stars, the program that promotes rising actors from Europe, has revealed its 2025 lineup.Leo Barraclough, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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The unique grid design promotes better posture while relieving tension on your spine and glutes.Tim Chan, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
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Shift your focus from gathering ideas to creating an actionable plan, one that encourages real outcomes.Shay Levister, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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But by leveraging data, landlords and property management teams can better understand how to provide their tenants with office spaces that will be customized to meet their unique methods of working, as well as an onsite experience that encourages them to choose to routinely come into the office.Ryan Masiello, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Fox News Channel cultivates its fans with Fox Nation, a subscription outlet that offers the popular opinion programs from its flagship cable vehicle, but also lifestyle programs; documentaries; stand-up comedy; and even movies.Brian Steinberg, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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These findings support the notion that early engagement in diverse activities cultivates a passion for learning, which is highly valued in higher education.Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Creating a narrative that includes employees as brand advocates not only enhances their engagement but also fosters loyalty and advocacy among customers.Anna Convery-Pelletier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The answer is simple but profound—a ripple effect that enhances customer interactions and fosters lasting loyalty.Anna Convery-Pelletier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Furthers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furthers. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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