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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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as in nurturing
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Recent Examples of fostering
Caren Bohan, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2025
The temptation to simulate human expressiveness through technology only deepens this disconnect, opening the door to manipulation and deceit rather than fostering meaningful connection.
—Sarah A. Bell, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Apr. 2025
Instead of aiming for authenticity, professionals should focus on presenting their best selves, balancing honesty with professionalism, fostering strong workplace relationships and aligning behavior with career goals.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
While individuals must navigate their personal and professional priorities, business leaders play a crucial role in fostering an environment where employees don’t feel forced to choose between career success and well-being.
—Raul Handa, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
First and foremost, fostering a security-first culture within an organization is critical.
—Francis Dinha, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
In turn, this impacts the level of trust and respect among those involved, fostering a supportive work environment and opening the door for continuous learning and growth.
—Andrea Wenburg, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
This could involve deploying flexible security architectures, implementing rapid-response teams, and fostering an internal culture that values experimentation and adaptability.
—Francis Dinha, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Women board members can serve as an important check on both dynamics by fostering a culture that embraces and appreciates diverse viewpoints.
—Committee Of 200, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
Our purpose is to empower those who seek to communicate effectively, fostering trust and understanding within our communities and beyond.
—Caren Bohan, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2025
The temptation to simulate human expressiveness through technology only deepens this disconnect, opening the door to manipulation and deceit rather than fostering meaningful connection.
—Sarah A. Bell, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Apr. 2025
Instead of aiming for authenticity, professionals should focus on presenting their best selves, balancing honesty with professionalism, fostering strong workplace relationships and aligning behavior with career goals.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
While individuals must navigate their personal and professional priorities, business leaders play a crucial role in fostering an environment where employees don’t feel forced to choose between career success and well-being.
—Raul Handa, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
First and foremost, fostering a security-first culture within an organization is critical.
—Francis Dinha, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
In turn, this impacts the level of trust and respect among those involved, fostering a supportive work environment and opening the door for continuous learning and growth.
—Andrea Wenburg, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
This could involve deploying flexible security architectures, implementing rapid-response teams, and fostering an internal culture that values experimentation and adaptability.
—Francis Dinha, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Women board members can serve as an important check on both dynamics by fostering a culture that embraces and appreciates diverse viewpoints.
—Committee Of 200, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fostering
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Meanwhile Russia is promoting drone awareness in children in other ways, down to children’s cartoons in which characters use their videogame skills to pilot drones delivering toys.—
David Hambling,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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The simple and accessible name is helping the brand and its followers create a one-of-a-kind community on all social media platforms, empowering innovative voices to join together in promoting hair health online.—
Kaitlyn Gomez,
USA TODAY,
8 Jan. 2025
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The year also began with a strong El Niño event, which occurs when the ocean in the Eastern Pacific releases large amounts of heat to the atmosphere, raising global temperatures.—
Lauren Sommer,
NPR,
24 Dec. 2024
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Sinema spent around $8,000 on travel expenses in the Boston area in the days surrounding the marathon this spring, but has reported raising just one dollar since March, according to CREW’s complaint.—
Laura Gersony,
The Arizona Republic,
24 Dec. 2024
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These are used to target you with aggressive refinancing offers, alarm system ads, or moving service promotions.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2025
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These are murky waters, especially when performance, promotion, and compensation are on the line.—
David Ferrucci,
Fortune,
30 June 2025
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Navigating the post-holiday period requires a delicate balance of acknowledging the emotional challenges while simultaneously cultivating a positive, proactive mindset that transforms potential workplace anxiety into an opportunity for personal and professional growth.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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According to a confidential informant, Wedding and a partner were cultivating 8,000 marijuana plants in a warehouse on a property there owned by one of his friends.—
Jesse Hyde,
Rolling Stone,
4 Jan. 2025
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While the statement was viewed as an encouraging sign that the bilateral trade talks are progressing, economists cautioned that the lack of details had left much in doubt, including what criteria Beijing will use to evaluate the application for exporting rare earth magnets.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
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Is that encouraging to someone like you who’s also been in the game for a little bit at this point?—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
30 June 2025
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The Nets, the only NBA team with at least $40 million in available cap space this summer, began their offseason of trade facilitation efforts.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
25 June 2025
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The Value: Getting hands-on leadership experience in low-risk settings, such as team meetings, helps individuals learn important skills such as facilitation, coordination and team dynamics.—
Liz Guthridge,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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