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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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The government can raise revenues by increasing the payroll tax that funds Social Security or the income threshold to continue paying the tax or raise the full retirement age.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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The nonprofit will provide scholarships and supportive services for families raising children with autism.—
Victoria Moorwood,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Oct. 2025
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Attendees left the event with tourniquets or trauma bandages and were encouraged to reach out to Bound Tree Medical to purchase additional supplies for their congregations.—
Nour Rahal,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Deadheading encourages chocolate cosmos plants to produce more flower buds, keeping plants productive.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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For a high-value science and craft project, the Creativity for Kids Grow 'N Glow Terrarium Kit gives your little ones the chance to see how nature works by planting and nurturing their own mini-ecosystem.—
Tabitha Britt,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Oct. 2025
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And help your child develop empathy and nurturing skills.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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This philosophy has guided their marketing approach, cultivating a loyal following that appreciates their attention to detail and passion for excellence.—
Wyles Daniel,
AZCentral.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Married Matt and Amber Barnett overcame a little bit of jealousy and a lot of credit card debt to cultivate a stable relationship.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 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 9 Oct. 2025.
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