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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
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
Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2025
But fostering creativity, curiosity, and empathy are also essential for organizations to remain competitive and resilient.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2025
For example, address personal medical risks and goals with specific preventive steps, such as fostering meaningful relationships to reduce stress or adopting a heart-healthy diet to reduce the risk of heart disease.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 29 Oct. 2025
Its Intelligence Profile system analyzes participants' expertise and interests, fostering collaborations across industries and disciplines.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
Asquini has owned pit bulls for 12 years and has even spent the last four years fostering them too.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, at every stage, connectivity has adapted to new demands—enabling the Internet to be not just a network of endpoints but a fabric of fabrics, supporting diversity while fostering integration.
—Mallik Tatipamula, IEEE Spectrum, 27 Oct. 2025
In his pastoral work, his friends said, Williams strove for innovation and fostering deep connections with his congregation, having worship in different homes in the community some weeks and prioritizing helping others.
—Sierra Van Der Brug, Oc Register, 25 Oct. 2025
Pew noted Democrats’ views grew more negative toward Republicans, fostering hostility that alienates swing voters.
—Nafees Alam, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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
Noun
Growing as a Region Dubai Design Week is also fostering a sense of camaraderie across the region as a growing class of luxury consumers drives an uptick in new design events — from Riyadh to Doha.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2025
But fostering creativity, curiosity, and empathy are also essential for organizations to remain competitive and resilient.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2025
For example, address personal medical risks and goals with specific preventive steps, such as fostering meaningful relationships to reduce stress or adopting a heart-healthy diet to reduce the risk of heart disease.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 29 Oct. 2025
Its Intelligence Profile system analyzes participants' expertise and interests, fostering collaborations across industries and disciplines.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
Asquini has owned pit bulls for 12 years and has even spent the last four years fostering them too.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, at every stage, connectivity has adapted to new demands—enabling the Internet to be not just a network of endpoints but a fabric of fabrics, supporting diversity while fostering integration.
—Mallik Tatipamula, IEEE Spectrum, 27 Oct. 2025
In his pastoral work, his friends said, Williams strove for innovation and fostering deep connections with his congregation, having worship in different homes in the community some weeks and prioritizing helping others.
—Sierra Van Der Brug, Oc Register, 25 Oct. 2025
Pew noted Democrats’ views grew more negative toward Republicans, fostering hostility that alienates swing voters.
—Nafees Alam, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fostering
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He was seen in the video speaking to a man next to where the conservative group was promoting an upcoming appearance by political comedian Alex Stein.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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Its campaign calling for the protection of American culture from invaders has raised eyebrows, and prompted accusations by the Southern Poverty Law Center's Hatewatch Project, of promoting a White, Christian nationalist agenda.—
NPR,
NPR,
29 Oct. 2025
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Still, the project adds another exclusive tier to a venue already marked by VIP enclaves, raising questions about how much of COTA’s most distinctive real estate will remain truly accessible — and for how long.—
Patrick Iversen,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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The key to raising emotionally resilient kids is the ability to repair.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Andy Jones What the data says Burnley’s promotion was built on a strong defensive foundation, but that stability has quickly evaporated against Premier League opposition.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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From iconic festival to global tour promotion for superstar artists, to some of the most iconic and well-known venues, AEG Presents is a world leader in the music and entertainment industry.—
Kristen Wisneski,
Billboard,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Ohio State team specifically focused on shiitake and button mushrooms, cultivating the fungi before dehydrating them for long-term viability.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Oct. 2025
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Moreover, there is magic in cultivating patience.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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Two of Spain’s leading film schools — Madrid’s ECAM and Catalonia’s ESCAC — receive Honorary Spikes this year for their role in nurturing new talent.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
24 Oct. 2025
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Private equity firms are notorious for streamlining operations, maximizing margins, and reselling companies for profit, not for nurturing long-term brand legacies.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The early signs are encouraging but the players are still adapting to Alonso’s demands.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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However, their performance was anything but encouraging.—
Cole Sullivan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Kentucky farmers received about $400 million in market facilitation payments in the wake of tariffs in Trump's first term, but these likely did not counter the scale of export losses, Snell previously told The Courier Journal.—
Connor Giffin,
Louisville Courier Journal,
23 Sep. 2025
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Emerson Depaz-Pangan, 26, is charged with facilitation of criminal homicide and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
19 Sep. 2025
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Tulips are botanically perennials, but after centuries of breeding for color, shape, and size, many varieties return poorly in the following years.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Oct. 2025
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According to the Humane Society, as reported by the outlet, the elderly owners may have become overwhelmed when the cats continued breeding inside the small studio.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Fostering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fostering. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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