as in encourages
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
repeatedly borne up in times of adversity by his faith
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The resort's Star Camp kids club encourages youngsters to be stewards of the land and sea, emphasizing sustainable initiatives such as recycling and ocean ecology.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025 -
Mittman encourages companies to strive to offer accommodations, such as teleworking options and mental health assistance, to the visually impaired.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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While the groom wore a simple black tux for the occasion, Hepburn donned a tea-length dress — one that still inspires brides today.—
Ariana Quihuiz,
PEOPLE,
25 Sep. 2025
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Anderson inspires cult-like devotion from cinephiles and Hollywood’s power set, but the director’s commercial track record is another story.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Bears up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bears%20up. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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