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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
The Randolph Arts Guild Since 1970, The Randolph Arts Guild has fostered creativity and expression in Asheboro and the surrounding area.
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2025
The shop also tries to foster a genuine connection between its baristas and customers and make the world of coffee (literally) more transparent with its Island Brew Bar, which lets guests ask questions about the brewing process.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2025
Social fitness involves fostering healthy personal relationships that are balanced, according to Marc Schulz and Robert Waldinger, directors of the Harvard Study of Adult Development.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2025
By adapting to the digital landscape and fostering meaningful connections, businesses can find success in this shifting environment.
—Nancy Pulciano, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2025
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2025
The shop also tries to foster a genuine connection between its baristas and customers and make the world of coffee (literally) more transparent with its Island Brew Bar, which lets guests ask questions about the brewing process.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2025
Social fitness involves fostering healthy personal relationships that are balanced, according to Marc Schulz and Robert Waldinger, directors of the Harvard Study of Adult Development.
—Renée Onque, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2025
By adapting to the digital landscape and fostering meaningful connections, businesses can find success in this shifting environment.
—Nancy Pulciano, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for foster
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Infielder David Villar was promoted from Triple-A Sacramento to take his place.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
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While the lack of ventilation can provide just the opposite effect, keeping the shower curtain closed promotes a more even drying process for the liner.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
18 Apr. 2025
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Ocasio-Cortez raised $9.6 million in the year’s first quarter, an eye-catching amount that’s fueling speculation about her political future and potential ambitions.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Exposure can also raise the risk of conditions including certain cancers, stroke, asthma, preterm births, dementia, depression and anxiety.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
23 Apr. 2025
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The goal of the tax subsidies was to encourage more Americans to save for retirement.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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For example, a VP of sales looking at declining numbers could stop themselves from commanding their team to call an additional 50 leads by the end of week and instead encourage their sales team to be more proactive.—
Michelle Stansbury,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Light: Growth mindset, balanced, adaptable, nurturing, unconditional love.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Homecoming’s greatest strength lies in its ability to nurture and uplift a community.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
24 Apr. 2025
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Of the traits the Bills are likely looking for, those are the more difficult to cultivate at the NFL level.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Keep coming back to your long-term vision, and cultivate this mindset among all employees, regardless of their role.—
Alexandre Bonvin,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Tree Hollows Tree hollows can collect rainwater and provide the perfect place for mosquitoes to breed.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2025
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The mosquitoes can breed in standing water, so public health officials are asking that county residents allow vector control technicians to provide free inspections and advice, Nolasco said.—
Caelyn Pender,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Foster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foster. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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