1
as in to elevate
to move higher in rank or position
the navy promoted her to captain for her record of outstanding performance
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2
as in to encourage
to help the growth or development of
a campaign promoting good dental hygiene
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3
as in to grow
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
spends all her time now promoting her new business
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4
as in to sell
to provide publicity for
promoting a new line of toys based on the popular movie
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Recent Examples of promote
Similar calls to protest the Trump administration's cuts to veteran services at every state capitol across the country are being promoted online.
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Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
Many who had worked for the agencies for years and had recently been promoted were fired because of their probationary status.
—Dua Anjum, Rolling Stone, 14 Mar. 2025
While the platforms can be great ways to learn more about certain conditions or treatments, a new study found that many influencers are promoting medical tests that could do more harm than good.
—Kristen Fischer, Health, 14 Mar. 2025
Exercise also increases blood flow, which promotes healing.
—Aubrey Bailey, Pt, Dpt, Cht, Verywell Health, 14 Mar. 2025
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Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
Many who had worked for the agencies for years and had recently been promoted were fired because of their probationary status.
—Dua Anjum, Rolling Stone, 14 Mar. 2025
While the platforms can be great ways to learn more about certain conditions or treatments, a new study found that many influencers are promoting medical tests that could do more harm than good.
—Kristen Fischer, Health, 14 Mar. 2025
Exercise also increases blood flow, which promotes healing.
—Aubrey Bailey, Pt, Dpt, Cht, Verywell Health, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for promote
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Leaders who are generous with their time, guidance, and support elevate not only their teams but their own influence.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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Ford has always found ways to elevate himself with almost insultingly simplistic positions, showing little interest in the more complex issues of governance.—
Chris Jones,
The Atlantic,
14 Mar. 2025
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On the positive side, the increase in applications from students of color and the growing diversity of the applicant pool are encouraging signs of progress toward more significant equity in higher education.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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Federal rules mandate that the agency ban food additives that have been found to cause cancer in animals or humans, so consumer and health advocates encouraged the FDA to ban Red 3 in foods as well.—
Chantelle Lee,
TIME,
14 Mar. 2025
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So, the bigger his star grows, the more valuable Soto is to the Mets as a TV product.—
Bob Raissman,
New York Daily News,
15 Mar. 2025
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Ranunculus flowers, also known as Persian buttercups, are native to Turkey but have been grown along the northern San Diego County coast for at least 90 years, Times reporter Christopher Reynolds wrote.—
Kevinisha Walker,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2025
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Trump shocked markets Tuesday morning by saying that the increase of the tariffs set to take effect on Wednesday had been a response to the 25% price hike that Ontario put on electricity sold to the United States.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
12 Mar. 2025
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The lawsuit mentions that the organization sells $1 billion of cookies annually and that the desserts are marketed to and sold by children.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
12 Mar. 2025
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Setting up the necessary connectivity, upgrading core systems, and retraining staff all involve tangible expenses that can make FedNow appear more of a burden than a benefit at first glance.—
Zennon Kapron,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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At this point in free agency, a Myers signing would be Seattle’s best path to upgrading the center spot, which is critical in Klint Kubiak’s offense.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
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Ultimately, Severance champions the idea that merging professional roles with personal identity is key to cultivating authentic leadership.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Bezos has also been careful to cultivate social and financial ties with his family.—
Ashley Belanger,
Ars Technica,
20 Mar. 2025
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However, there is no doubt Hopkins can still produce at a high level, having totaled 1,057 yards with seven touchdowns during his 2023 season with the Titans – his first with the squad after signing with them in free agency on a two-year, $26 million deal.—
Scott Thompson,
Fox News,
12 Mar. 2025
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To avoid inadvertently sending hidden pests, don’t mail plants or produce to out-of-state friends or family without clearing it first with your local agricultural office.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Mar. 2025
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In the days following his Feb. 25 arrest, an Instagram page publicized Wong’s charges, and earlier this month, YouTuber FocusTripp, who makes content focused on the gun industry, posted a nearly 10-minute video surrounding the allegations against Wong.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
15 Mar. 2025
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) first publicized the move last week, though Noem signed an order rescinding the contract last month.—
Rebecca Beitsch,
The Hill,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Promote.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promote. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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