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as in promoting
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 raising
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 fostering
Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
Milburn had to ultimately pause her full-scale fostering of bettas once her family routine changed and demanded more out of her.
—Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 10 Feb. 2026
The post said that short-term fostering of animals still helps make room and space needed at the shelter.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Dec. 2025
These outings, along with temporary fostering, increase a dog's likelihood of adoption by five and 14 times, respectively.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Engage in group practices that allow for the fostering of shared purpose, which may or may not be faith-based.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Join us as Regina demystifies the journey to holistic health, emphasizing the significance of faith and the fostering of genuine connections.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2025
Mercer’s table feels like an at-home Dungeons & Dragons campaign, with frivolous shopping episodes, long-brewing backstory revelations, and the fostering of relationships throughout the campaign.
—Dana Reboe, Rolling Stone, 7 Aug. 2025
Oc Register, 15 Apr. 2026
In the Seventies and Eighties, Fania operated as a family, fostering cooperation and the sharing of resources.
—Ernesto Lechner, Rolling Stone, 15 Apr. 2026
Of course, many of the trades Rowe’s foundation is fostering aren’t the dirtiest roles featured on Dirty Jobs.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026
The room’s dramatic statement, Lee Jofa’s Arley wallpaper in Lagoon, echoes the natural beauty framed by the expansive windows, fostering a tranquil retreat that further grounds the cottage in the landscape.
—Jeanne Lyons Davis, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
Building relationships with media members and fostering accountability is important.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 11 Apr. 2026
For Levy, fostering the cast's chemistry really all comes down to trusting one another as performers.
—Sabienna Bowman, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
The law notably establishes an independent registry of art forgery experts within the culture ministry to appraise and archive cases, with the aim of fostering a more trustworthy art market.
—Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Co-founders Freidin and Ket believe that fostering creativity in full view of the public will build a deeper connection between artists and community.
—Carl Juste, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
Noun
Despite the temporary intake pause, the shelter emphasized that many of its dogs remain healthy and available for adoption or fostering.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
Milburn had to ultimately pause her full-scale fostering of bettas once her family routine changed and demanded more out of her.
—Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 10 Feb. 2026
The post said that short-term fostering of animals still helps make room and space needed at the shelter.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Dec. 2025
These outings, along with temporary fostering, increase a dog's likelihood of adoption by five and 14 times, respectively.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Engage in group practices that allow for the fostering of shared purpose, which may or may not be faith-based.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Join us as Regina demystifies the journey to holistic health, emphasizing the significance of faith and the fostering of genuine connections.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2025
Mercer’s table feels like an at-home Dungeons & Dragons campaign, with frivolous shopping episodes, long-brewing backstory revelations, and the fostering of relationships throughout the campaign.
—Dana Reboe, Rolling Stone, 7 Aug. 2025
Verb
This approach highlights the individual rather than defining them by a diagnosis, fostering dignity and respect.
—Oc Register, 15 Apr. 2026
In the Seventies and Eighties, Fania operated as a family, fostering cooperation and the sharing of resources.
—Ernesto Lechner, Rolling Stone, 15 Apr. 2026
Of course, many of the trades Rowe’s foundation is fostering aren’t the dirtiest roles featured on Dirty Jobs.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026
The room’s dramatic statement, Lee Jofa’s Arley wallpaper in Lagoon, echoes the natural beauty framed by the expansive windows, fostering a tranquil retreat that further grounds the cottage in the landscape.
—Jeanne Lyons Davis, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
Building relationships with media members and fostering accountability is important.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 11 Apr. 2026
For Levy, fostering the cast's chemistry really all comes down to trusting one another as performers.
—Sabienna Bowman, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
The law notably establishes an independent registry of art forgery experts within the culture ministry to appraise and archive cases, with the aim of fostering a more trustworthy art market.
—Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Co-founders Freidin and Ket believe that fostering creativity in full view of the public will build a deeper connection between artists and community.
—Carl Juste, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fostering
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At a Goop-like wellness empire built on female empowerment, Alice meets her doppelganger — a shinier, breezier British import who promptly steals her promotion.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
21 Apr. 2026
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The latest agreement builds on longtime ties between NBCU and Roku, spanning FAST channels and the promotion of Peacock programming across Roku.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
21 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
Verb
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But critics argue lawmakers merely shifted money around while leaving deeper tax, spending and cost-of-living pressures for the next administration, raising a bigger accountability question for voters this fall.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Apr. 2026
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If passed, the bill would refer a question to the ballot asking voters whether to invest more in K-12 education -- specifically for teacher pay and retention, smaller class sizes, and expanded career and technical education -- without raising taxes.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Road Ahead for the Grizzly Bear Cubs While the news is encouraging, wildlife officials emphasized that the challenges are far from over.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Apr. 2026
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SpaceX valuation 'encouraging' watch now Choose CNBC as your preferred source on Google and never miss a moment from the most trusted name in business news.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2026
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The applicable resale facilitation fees are aligned with industry standards across North American sports and entertainment sectors.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
9 Apr. 2026
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Immigration experts have called the facilitation of such orders, under any presidential administration, rare.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Sports franchises also care a great deal about cultivating and retaining repeat fans, particularly season-ticket holders, who provide a steady source of revenue.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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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
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Since the conditions were still ripe, people started nurturing other grapes—Riesling, Chardonnay, Grüner Veltliner, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc—and in the ’80s, the area was designated an American Viticultural Area.—
Julia Sayers Gokhale,
Midwest Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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This will also inevitably impact the wider creative industries ecosystem, given the BBC’s crucial anchor role in commissioning content and nurturing talent.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This time of year, as calves arrive, ranchers decide whether to retain young cows called heifers and calves for breeding herds, and a big factor is pasture conditions, said Bernt Nelson, an American Farm Bureau Federation economist.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Affordability issues explain part of the apprehension; increasingly, young people have been priced out of the housing market, breeding a resentment that erodes faith in institutions — and in capitalism itself.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Fostering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fostering. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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