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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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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
Kansas City Star, 19 May 2026
Kane and his wife, Cindy Roberts, had three biological children together and welcomed six other children through adoption and fostering, McGinnis said.
—Joe Kottke, NBC news, 19 May 2026
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
Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
This lunation marks a major social event in June, fostering new connections, bringing newfound clarity, and delivering a thrilling jolt of excitement—as well as connecting us with those who share our deepest philosophies.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 10 June 2026
An event like FuelFest, Walker said, can be formative in fostering a lifelong passion and creative outlet for car-curious children.
—Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
To support a dandelion child further, regularly check-in with them and prioritize fostering connection and warmth.
—Parents, 7 June 2026
That term refers to things in the community that support the development of social connection, from physical spaces, such as libraries and parks, to policies and programs, such as building public transportation and fostering volunteer groups.
—Aneri Pattani, USA Today, 6 June 2026
For Southland Development Authority CEO Bo Kemp, fostering connections is key to achieving his goal of making the south suburbs a hub for economic development.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
Beyond being the gateway to climatic moments, the Street Child United Brazil project in the Penha complex of favelas allows participants to at least momentarily escape from everyday life marked by deprivation and violence, fostering a sense of safety, belonging and hope.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
By fostering prosperity, Spain’s leaders avoided the fate of other incumbents in Western democracies.
—Rogé Karma, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
Noun
Kane and his wife, Cindy Roberts, had three biological children together and added six more children to their family through adoption and fostering, McGinnis said.
—Kansas City Star, 19 May 2026
Kane and his wife, Cindy Roberts, had three biological children together and welcomed six other children through adoption and fostering, McGinnis said.
—Joe Kottke, NBC news, 19 May 2026
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
Verb
Since its founding in 2011, the MPWW has been fostering a unique literary community in Minnesota.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
This lunation marks a major social event in June, fostering new connections, bringing newfound clarity, and delivering a thrilling jolt of excitement—as well as connecting us with those who share our deepest philosophies.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 10 June 2026
An event like FuelFest, Walker said, can be formative in fostering a lifelong passion and creative outlet for car-curious children.
—Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
To support a dandelion child further, regularly check-in with them and prioritize fostering connection and warmth.
—Parents, 7 June 2026
That term refers to things in the community that support the development of social connection, from physical spaces, such as libraries and parks, to policies and programs, such as building public transportation and fostering volunteer groups.
—Aneri Pattani, USA Today, 6 June 2026
For Southland Development Authority CEO Bo Kemp, fostering connections is key to achieving his goal of making the south suburbs a hub for economic development.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
Beyond being the gateway to climatic moments, the Street Child United Brazil project in the Penha complex of favelas allows participants to at least momentarily escape from everyday life marked by deprivation and violence, fostering a sense of safety, belonging and hope.
—ABC News, 4 June 2026
By fostering prosperity, Spain’s leaders avoided the fate of other incumbents in Western democracies.
—Rogé Karma, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fostering
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For the Class of 2026, that’s an encouraging message.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2026
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But the run-up under splash hire coach Mauricio Pochettino has been less than encouraging, though a recent 3-2 friendly win over a stout Senegal squad was a positive.—
Greg Cote
June 4,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
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Slimani is French president Emmanuel Macron’s personal representative for the promotion of the French language and culture, and was the chair of the jury for the 2023 International Booker Prize.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Should have gotten the promotion to be the head of the assignment desk.—
Peter Larsen,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
Verb
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The probiotics help support gut health by promoting a balanced microbiome, the community of microbes that live in your digestive tract and influence digestion, immunity, and mood.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
8 June 2026
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Nobody should ever resort to violence to resolve conflict, especially someone tasked with promoting peace.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
Verb
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So, climbing one rung higher and losing to a different team will lead to raising the Cup?—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
11 June 2026
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Elon Musk's mega-conglomerate SpaceX made history on Thursday, raising $75 billion in the biggest initial public offering on record.—
John Ruwitch,
NPR,
11 June 2026
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Kalshi has exploded in popularity since its inception, in large part due to its facilitation of bets on real-world event outcomes.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
28 May 2026
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Ostensibly brought on as a shooting specialist, Taylor didn’t limit her game to the perimeter, driving downhill and taking on facilitation duties at times.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Lured by the promise of well-paying jobs, hundreds of thousands of people like them have been coerced into engaging in scams such as posing as women online, cultivating intimate relationships with foreigners to defraud them of their savings.—
Kayla Hayempour,
NBC news,
8 June 2026
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Historians believe ancient civilizations in Mesopotamia were cultivating dates as early as 6,000 to 8,000 years ago.—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2026
Verb
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The nurturing Moon enters your 6th House of Daily Routine, nudging you to set a clear calendar block that protects your focus.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
11 June 2026
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Modeling found her first and acting came later, after years of secretly nurturing ambitions inspired by European auteurs such as Andrei Tarkovsky, Luis Buñuel and Federico Fellini.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
8 June 2026
Verb
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There were also breeding facilities in the state.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
11 June 2026
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Most snakes start breeding in spring after winter dormancy, making summer the prime time to encounter one of several venomous snake species found from western Missouri to Wichita.—
Sophie Lindberg,
Kansas City Star,
10 June 2026
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“Fostering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fostering. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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