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as in elevated
to move higher in rank or position
the navy promoted her to captain for her record of outstanding performance
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as in encouraged
to help the growth or development of
a campaign promoting good dental hygiene
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as in grew
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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as in sold
to provide publicity for
promoting a new line of toys based on the popular movie
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Recent Examples of promoted
Russ Penuell, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2025
And what about the relationship between Firehouse Chief Dom Pascal (Dermot Mulroney), who had a highly contentious relationship with his team after taking it over last season from the promoted, and beloved Chief Wallace Boden (Eamonn Walker)?
—Demetrius Patterson, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025
Brentford’s saw them get promoted out of the fourth tier at the end of the 1998-99 season under Ron Noades, before they were defeated in the first round of the League Cup by Ipswich at home at Griffin Park in their second match of the following campaign in front of just 4,825 people.
—Will Jeanes, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
That was followed by a public campaign led by Waukesha County business leaders that also promoted the importance of rebuilding I-94 into a six-lane highway on the county's west side.
—Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 2 Oct. 2025
In response to these findings, ARI hired outside counsel to review its conflict-of-interest policies and promoted former General Counsel Andrew Kossack to be CEO.
—Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
Kathleen was promoted twice at JPMorgan Chase.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 2 Oct. 2025
None of these events are sanctioned or promoted by Swift or her team.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
The show is not being actively promoted by the streamer, but all episodes remain available to stream on the platform following the series’ 2023 cancellation.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
All eight of Jelly Roll’s singles promoted to country radio have now gone the distance, extending his perfect record on Country Airplay.
—Russ Penuell, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2025
And what about the relationship between Firehouse Chief Dom Pascal (Dermot Mulroney), who had a highly contentious relationship with his team after taking it over last season from the promoted, and beloved Chief Wallace Boden (Eamonn Walker)?
—Demetrius Patterson, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2025
Brentford’s saw them get promoted out of the fourth tier at the end of the 1998-99 season under Ron Noades, before they were defeated in the first round of the League Cup by Ipswich at home at Griffin Park in their second match of the following campaign in front of just 4,825 people.
—Will Jeanes, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
That was followed by a public campaign led by Waukesha County business leaders that also promoted the importance of rebuilding I-94 into a six-lane highway on the county's west side.
—Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 2 Oct. 2025
In response to these findings, ARI hired outside counsel to review its conflict-of-interest policies and promoted former General Counsel Andrew Kossack to be CEO.
—Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
Kathleen was promoted twice at JPMorgan Chase.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 2 Oct. 2025
None of these events are sanctioned or promoted by Swift or her team.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
The show is not being actively promoted by the streamer, but all episodes remain available to stream on the platform following the series’ 2023 cancellation.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promoted
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The interiors are a mix of cozy and elevated, from a drawing room that opens straight to the gardens to a kitchen and breakfast room complete with a wine cellar.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
30 Sep. 2025
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Christensen was the third choice at right guard Sunday, watching as the Panthers sent in Brandon Walton, a practice-squad player who’d been elevated Saturday, to replace Chandler Zavala when Zavala left with a knee injury in the first half.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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People in the comments section validated her feelings and encouraged her to stand firm.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
5 Oct. 2025
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The family-friendly event draws kid and adult runners, and for a fun Halloween twist, participants are encouraged to dress up.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
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Others needed a bigger house when their family grew.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Its use to treat autism grew after studies suggested that some autistic children have trouble transporting folate into the brain, explains Sutera.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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In the interim, Ludwinski sold Sister Pie goods at Eastern Market on specific dates, took special orders and offered limited items with occasional openings.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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The full-service pharmacy first opened in 1962 and became well-known for its cult-favorite ice cream brand, Thrifty, which has since been sold due to the store’s bankruptcy.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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In addition, with support from Michael Kors, WFP will be able to equip 30 schools with solar panels, upgraded kitchens and improved classrooms, enhancing the learning environments for more than 3,000 students.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
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The equipment also has upgraded speakers and improved Wi-Fi connectivity, while the bike has an improved seat in response to consumers’ complaints.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
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Between them, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have cultivated not just legendary careers but a global presence that extends far beyond the screen and stage.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
3 Oct. 2025
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He’s cultivated a culture where accountability, neighborly care, and honesty aren’t optional - they’re expected.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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With Gein, Murphy has produced a story that weighs in on an existing urgent conversation happening right now.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
7 Oct. 2025
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So far this season, the Atlantic Ocean's hurricane basin has produced four hurricanes and five tropical storms.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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That was just one of the findings of a new statewide health survey -- just the second in the country -- that was announced Thursday by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
6 Oct. 2025
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The 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature will be announced next week, on Thursday, October 9.—
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6 Oct. 2025
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