civilizes

Definition of civilizesnext
present tense third-person singular of civilize
as in cultivates

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cultivates
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  • The reality is, every professional cultivates a work persona.
    Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
  • The brand cultivates a fun, rebellious, and inclusive culture.
    Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 9 Feb. 2026
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“Civilizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/civilizes. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.

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