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as in developing
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 promoting
to help the growth or development of
cultivated a passion for learning among his students over the years
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as in growing
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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as in harvesting
to work by plowing, sowing, and raising crops on
we ought to cultivate the field out back
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Recent Examples of cultivating
Sports franchises also care a great deal about cultivating and retaining repeat fans, particularly season-ticket holders, who provide a steady source of revenue.
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John Cassidy, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
One garden tip Nielsen recommends when cultivating purple coneflower is to work compost into the soil at least two weeks before transplanting or planting coneflower seeds.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Apr. 2026
In California, state and local government agencies have launched dust-mitigation efforts by installing windbreaks, such as cultivating native plants or reshaping the topography with more ridges.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
What does cultivating joy look like for you?
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 16 Apr. 2026
Is his love of gardening an extension of his devotion to cultivating talent?
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 15 Apr. 2026
Locals had been cultivating for generations, but the help was welcome, says Tcharaba.
—Julie Bourdin, NPR, 11 Apr. 2026
That exchange between vulnerability and recognition is what Bazin has spent more than two decades cultivating.
—Miguel Sirgado, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
As a minister and intercessor, Martin was known for leading prayer, teaching Bible study, and guiding followers in cultivating a dedicated prayer life.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
John Cassidy, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
One garden tip Nielsen recommends when cultivating purple coneflower is to work compost into the soil at least two weeks before transplanting or planting coneflower seeds.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Apr. 2026
In California, state and local government agencies have launched dust-mitigation efforts by installing windbreaks, such as cultivating native plants or reshaping the topography with more ridges.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
What does cultivating joy look like for you?
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 16 Apr. 2026
Is his love of gardening an extension of his devotion to cultivating talent?
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 15 Apr. 2026
Locals had been cultivating for generations, but the help was welcome, says Tcharaba.
—Julie Bourdin, NPR, 11 Apr. 2026
That exchange between vulnerability and recognition is what Bazin has spent more than two decades cultivating.
—Miguel Sirgado, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
As a minister and intercessor, Martin was known for leading prayer, teaching Bible study, and guiding followers in cultivating a dedicated prayer life.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cultivating
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This is a developing story and will be updated.—
Joe Brandt,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The two companies are now developing a full-length Gummibär feature film scheduled for 2027.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2026
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The former First Lady, 62, delivered one show-stopping ensemble after another while promoting her book The Look.—
Brittany Talarico,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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The Paris prosecutor’s office opened last year an investigation into TikTok over allegations that the platform allows content promoting suicide and that its algorithms may encourage vulnerable young people to take their own lives.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Apr. 2026
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After Hawks center Tony Bradley was called for an offensive foul for setting a hard screen on Alvarado, the veteran McCollum got into it with the scrappy Knicks guard, jawing face-to-face in a moment that underscored the growing chippiness in the series.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Here are the best garlic companion plants that have similar growing needs.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Apr. 2026
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Its temperature remains at -10C all year round, which is the temperature Peller sets for harvesting its ice wine grapes.—
Kalpana Fitzpatrick,
TheWeek,
15 Apr. 2026
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At the core of this diversity lies agriculture, which has for centuries defined the rhythm of life through the cycle of sowing and harvesting crops.—
Tamanna Nangia,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
10 Apr. 2026
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Peterson’s tactical approach steeped in reshaping the Hornets by emphasizing player health and development, a team-first culture and the importance of acquiring assets springboarded the Hornets into the national conversation again.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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The proposal is prompting unease from insurers as well as health policy and legal experts, who are concerned about the legality of OPM acquiring such a sweeping database of sensitive health information, and the agency’s ability to safeguard it.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2026
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Between parking restrictions and road closures, Boston is encouraging Marathon Monday visitors to walk, bike, take the T — anything but drive — to watch the runners or attend the day’s festivities.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
20 Apr. 2026
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The five-star analyst added that growing demand in scale-up networking is giving confidence in continued strength in future earnings, encouraging investors to look beyond 2027 and factor in these opportunities.—
TipRanks.com Staff,
CNBC,
19 Apr. 2026
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The streamers usually go for buy-out deals when producing in the UK, which in effect shuts the door on compensation for shows that break out.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
17 Apr. 2026
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Executive producer Roz Coleman and producing advisor Malú Ansaldo complete the company’s core team.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 Apr. 2026
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Farm worker sent back to Guatemala Ed Densieski's family has been farming in East Quogue for more than 100 years.—
Jennifer McLogan,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Logan had recently stepped away from farming land near the project, and the food truck—serving burgers, chicken, gumbo, and rice and beans—seemed like a way to build a new livelihood without leaving the community.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Cultivating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cultivating. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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