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as in develops
to come to have gradually
cultivated a taste for opera in order to fit in with his new circle of friends
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as in promotes
to help the growth or development of
cultivated a passion for learning among his students over the years
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as in grows
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
in an attempt to produce New World counterparts of the wines that he had enjoyed in Europe, Jefferson cultivated several varieties of grapes at Monticello
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Recent Examples of cultivates
These employees retain valuable business knowledge, networks and the drive that cultivates the workplace culture.
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Gilda D'incerti, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Through the inevitable challenges of constant change, the bonds an entrepreneur cultivates in the present can prompt their greatest accomplishments in the near future.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
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
Neither one can entirely remain an island, though Vadim veritably cultivates an estrangement from his stuffy, materialistic son Peter (Vladimir Vdovichenkov).
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 12 Dec. 2024
Gilda D'incerti, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Through the inevitable challenges of constant change, the bonds an entrepreneur cultivates in the present can prompt their greatest accomplishments in the near future.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
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
Neither one can entirely remain an island, though Vadim veritably cultivates an estrangement from his stuffy, materialistic son Peter (Vladimir Vdovichenkov).
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 12 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cultivates
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When a La Niña phase occurs, less wind shear occurs in the regions of the Atlantic basin where tropical weather develops, increasing the potential for more storms, AccuWeather said.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
16 Sep. 2025
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As the attack develops, Doku’s role allows Foden to carry the ball forward, before switching the play to Bernardo down the right flank.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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At the same time, concerns about declining populations are fueling the pronatalist movement, which promotes higher birthrates and frames demographic decline as a threat to civilization itself.—
G Kirilloff,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Chronic inflammation also promotes insulin resistance and cellular dysfunction that can lead to type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease, a growing concern.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
15 Sep. 2025
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Shareholders deserve a board that grows their capital.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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As the plant grows, the roots reach downward toward the water.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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Stray Bullets • In this week’s post-credits scene, Adrian removes the pants of the drunk, sleeping John Economos and plants a tender kiss on his forehead.—
Scott Meslow,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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Space plants 1 to 3 feet apart.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
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On another front, any team that acquires Hill would need to create enough cap space to do it.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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Fairchild parent Capital Cities acquires the American Broadcasting Co.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
10 Sep. 2025
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Combined, the ingredients are a powerhouse that encourages surface skin cell turnover to give complexions an overall smooth, supple appearance.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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Through speculative thinking and the power of the arts, this collection encourages us to see ourselves outside of the constraints that persist today.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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One of my kids once presented a bar graph showing that Taco Tuesday produces 40% more dirty dishes than any other night.—
Dr. Sue Varma,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Pitt cast is led by Noah Wyle, who also executive produces and writes.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
12 Sep. 2025
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In Washington, Yonder Cider harvests apples from the orchards of Wenatchee Valley within the state’s Apple Country.—
Michele Herrmann,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Across the Andes in Mendoza, Argentina, winemaker Rodrigo Romero harvests 70-year-old vines for Pascual Toso Alta Cabernet Sauvignon, which is noted for its depth, complexity, and concentration.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Cultivates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cultivates. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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