incubates

verb

Definition of incubatesnext
present tense third-person singular of incubate
1
as in sits
to cover and warm eggs as the young inside develop the hen incubated her eggs for two weeks

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2
as in promotes
to help the growth or development of hopefully, these youthful visits to the museum will incubate an enduring love of art

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incubates
  1. sits
  2. promotes
  3. cultivates
  4. encourages
  5. fosters
Verb
  • Accessible by ferry from Port Aransas, which sits just across the shipping channel, this 21-mile-long island offers nothing more than pristine Gulf Coast wilderness, and keen-eyed travelers often stumble upon sand dollars, lightning whelks, angel wings, and conchs.
    Nicholas DeRenzo, AFAR Media, 6 Jan. 2025
  • On Monday, crews are continuing to work to clear the roads as temperatures sits near zero with negative wind chills.
    Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of sits
Verb
  • That promotes healthy rainfall patterns and keeps the hydrological cycle moving.
    Dan Lambe, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Intel also promotes a vast ecosystem of more than 200 independent software vendors developing commercial applications and services tailored to its platform.
    PCMAG, PCMAG, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of promotes
Verb
  • Leaders must communicate a compelling vision that not only draws in top talent, but also cultivates a workplace culture that supports long-term engagement.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • By fostering an environment where team members feel valued and heard, Tesla cultivates a culture of accountability and excellence.
    Wayne Yu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of cultivates
Verb
  • This shift fosters resilience and encourages a more optimistic outlook, redefining what’s possible.
    Amy Blankson, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Lake County’s Adopt-a-Lake program encourages local civic organizations, individuals and business groups to adopt a segment of a lake’s shoreline and is somewhat similar to the county’s Adopt-a-Roadway program.
    Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of encourages
Verb
  • Research highlights that taking intentional breaks fosters well-being, improves performance, and enhances long-term decision-making.
    Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This culture of experimentation not only fosters originality but also empowers teams to challenge conventions and explore new solutions with confidence.
    Rhea Wessel, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of fosters
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