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as in reassured
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as in supported
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as in inspired
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
a pep talk that encouraged the team to get out there and win
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as in promoted
to help the growth or development of
asserted that the government should be encouraging small businesses, not smothering them with regulations
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as in provoked
to rouse to strong feeling or action
the movie's cheap special effects will not encourage audiences to sit on the edge of their seats but to roll in the aisles with laughter
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as in urged
to try to persuade (someone) through earnest appeals to follow a course of action
the pastor continues to encourage the couple to work out their problems in hopes of saving their marriage
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Recent Examples of encouraged
Joan Murray, CBS News, 9 June 2026
The emphasis on winning to keep kids signed up and continue making money has stomped creativity out of American players, who are encouraged to play safely to ensure results instead of developing a players’ feel for the game.
—Andy Yamashita, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 June 2026
Residents are also encouraged to keep pets confined to their property and remove outdoor food sources that may attract wildlife.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
Running, walking or strutting in your fabulous Pride attire are all encouraged at this inclusive event where fitness meets celebration.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 30 May 2026
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker, for example, spoke at Benedictine College’s commencement in 2024 and encouraged female graduates to become homemakers.
—Austin Sarat, Twin Cities, 29 May 2026
Ruud, the two-time Roland Garros finalist, was somewhat encouraged by his 6-4, 6-4 loss to Sinner at the Italian Open final earlier this month.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 26 May 2026
As data centers gobbled up all the available RAM and encouraged memory producers like Samsung, Micron, and SK Hynix to produce server-friendly HBM instead of DDR, shortages and rising costs abound.
—Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 22 May 2026
International dealers, meanwhile, seemed encouraged by the level of institutional engagement and by Qatar’s long-term ambitions in culture, even if nobody was pretending the market had fully arrived overnight.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 20 May 2026
Ca Earthquake Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 June 2026
Although the concept encouraged spaces that felt open, airy, and perfectly curated, in practice, the trend was anything but practical.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 14 June 2026
Some parties have argued that anti data center sentiment is being encouraged from outside the US.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 14 June 2026
Semi-professional streamers encouraged antics for cameras suspended on gimbals, which attracted the surrounding crowd to pull out their personal devices, only for the commotion to inspire attention from legacy news crews.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
The program is informal, guests are encouraged to visit, ask questions and watch as works develop over the course of their stay.
—Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Admission is free and open to all ages, with donations to the Connecticut Sun Foundation encouraged.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 14 June 2026
The fan encouraged the outfielder to toss a ball up to the youngster sitting next to him.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026
Anyone with information on the case is encouraged to contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 7 June 2026
Adjective
Homeowners are also encouraged to seal openings and potential nesting areas around their properties.
—Joan Murray, CBS News, 9 June 2026
The emphasis on winning to keep kids signed up and continue making money has stomped creativity out of American players, who are encouraged to play safely to ensure results instead of developing a players’ feel for the game.
—Andy Yamashita, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 June 2026
Residents are also encouraged to keep pets confined to their property and remove outdoor food sources that may attract wildlife.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
Running, walking or strutting in your fabulous Pride attire are all encouraged at this inclusive event where fitness meets celebration.
—Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 30 May 2026
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker, for example, spoke at Benedictine College’s commencement in 2024 and encouraged female graduates to become homemakers.
—Austin Sarat, Twin Cities, 29 May 2026
Ruud, the two-time Roland Garros finalist, was somewhat encouraged by his 6-4, 6-4 loss to Sinner at the Italian Open final earlier this month.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 26 May 2026
As data centers gobbled up all the available RAM and encouraged memory producers like Samsung, Micron, and SK Hynix to produce server-friendly HBM instead of DDR, shortages and rising costs abound.
—Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 22 May 2026
International dealers, meanwhile, seemed encouraged by the level of institutional engagement and by Qatar’s long-term ambitions in culture, even if nobody was pretending the market had fully arrived overnight.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 20 May 2026
Verb
Those who experienced the earthquake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form.
—Ca Earthquake Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 June 2026
Although the concept encouraged spaces that felt open, airy, and perfectly curated, in practice, the trend was anything but practical.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 14 June 2026
Some parties have argued that anti data center sentiment is being encouraged from outside the US.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 14 June 2026
Semi-professional streamers encouraged antics for cameras suspended on gimbals, which attracted the surrounding crowd to pull out their personal devices, only for the commotion to inspire attention from legacy news crews.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
The program is informal, guests are encouraged to visit, ask questions and watch as works develop over the course of their stay.
—Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Admission is free and open to all ages, with donations to the Connecticut Sun Foundation encouraged.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 14 June 2026
The fan encouraged the outfielder to toss a ball up to the youngster sitting next to him.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026
Anyone with information on the case is encouraged to contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encouraged
Adjective
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Given the recent weakness in the stock and the broader macro uncertainty, hearing from management left us feeling more reassured in our position.—
Jeff Marks,Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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When a leader is responsible for too many people, employees can start to feel less seen, less supported and less guided.—
Bronwen Sciortino,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
Verb
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The team looked inspired, and cohesive, from the start.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
13 June 2026
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The standard wheels were replaced with large biomimetic paws inspired by the broad feet of polar bears.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Yet, all the white men eligible for a promotion to the rank of General were promoted.—
Gary Franks,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2026
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The Vegas Golden Knights have promoted Ryan Craig to head coach, replacing John Tortorella, the club announced Wednesday.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 June 2026
Verb
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If these quasi-mythical creatures provoked unease, at least among outsiders, their cheese did the opposite.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Trump’s unprecedented decision to attend an NBA Finals game provoked turmoil for the team and their fans.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Guests are urged to arrive early as the events start about 90 minutes before kickoff.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon killed at least 12 people yesterday, a medical source told AFP, as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged the Lebanese people to join Israel’s fight against Hezbollah.—
Sarah Dean,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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Bateman says what drew him to starring in the show, and directing the first two episodes, was how unafraid the writers were to craft unlikable characters.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
8 June 2026
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Many of them backed San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, who pitched himself as a moderate Democrat who was unafraid to cross swords with organized labor and Newsom on public safety.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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Johnson said the suggested economic damages of $5 million were for items including loss of earnings, loss of marital care and loss of guidance.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
29 Apr. 2026
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There is no suggested path through the works at the Geffen.—
Horace D. Ballard,
Artforum,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Encouraged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encouraged. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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