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as in to promote
to help the growth or development of
the head librarian firmly declared that it is indeed the duty of local government to foster learning and a love of reading
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as in to raise
to bring to maturity through care and education
a greathearted couple fostering two adopted children as well as three more of their own
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Recent Examples of foster
With over 30 years of experience, Valérie’s remarkable contribution has shaped our distribution activities, fostered privileged relationships with producers and external talents, and skillfully guided our adaptation to market evolutions.
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2025
The grant pursued by the city, part of the EPA Brownfields Program, requires that officials foster community input on the future development of the site once the rubble is hauled away.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2025
But that’s the paradox of a regime that has made an effort to foster art and culture (the ban on cinemas in Saudi Arabia lifted in 2018) while trying to maintain a certain level of censorship.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2025
Early socialization between kittens and puppies helps build trust, while introducing young pets to calm, well-mannered older animals fosters mutual respect.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2025
The grant pursued by the city, part of the EPA Brownfields Program, requires that officials foster community input on the future development of the site once the rubble is hauled away.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2025
But that’s the paradox of a regime that has made an effort to foster art and culture (the ban on cinemas in Saudi Arabia lifted in 2018) while trying to maintain a certain level of censorship.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2025
Early socialization between kittens and puppies helps build trust, while introducing young pets to calm, well-mannered older animals fosters mutual respect.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
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To avoid tired, swollen feet, swap your ankle socks out for these Charmking compression socks, which promote good blood circulation in the air.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Oct. 2025
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Leo will soon embark on his first international trip, visiting Turkey and Lebanon, where he is expected to focus on promoting peace in the Middle East.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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In November, Jackson terminated Gatlin for swindling millions of dollars from the Foundation as executives privately reeled over her betrayal of the hospital system’s fundraising arm, which raises tens of millions to benefit Jackson’s patients.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
12 Oct. 2025
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Experts at Sweetbriar said the effort was not just about saving one insect but also about raising awareness.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Oct. 2025
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Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact detectives at 816-234-5043 or the anonymous TIPS hotline at 816-474-TIPS.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
10 Oct. 2025
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Eating seasonally encourages a more varied diet that can support overall health and help the body adapt to seasonal changes.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
10 Oct. 2025
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The festival also spotlights the next generation of homegrown talent through initiatives like FANN, Sharjah’s youth media academy dedicated to nurturing young creators across film, photography and digital arts.—
Essie Assibu,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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In addition to shaping Abbey Road’s sound, Kid Harpoon will also take part in the nearly century-old studio’s free education programs aimed at nurturing the next generation of artists and producers via panels and workshops.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
9 Oct. 2025
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The fruit originated in temperate regions of the world like Europe and Asia, where wild species were cultivated thousands of years ago.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
9 Oct. 2025
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After years of research and development, the brand launched Bananatex in 2018, a revolutionary material made from abacá fibers cultivated regeneratively in the Philippines.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
9 Oct. 2025
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The authors point to a slew of engineering projects gone wrong—from nuclear meltdowns to the adoption of leaded gasoline—to show how complex systems and profit-seeking can breed disaster.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
6 Oct. 2025
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These are the ideal climate conditions for midge to breed in the mud around water sources like stump holes and small puddles.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
Nashville Tennessean,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Foster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foster. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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