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as in promotes
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 nurtures
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 fosters
Research shows that celebrating even small wins releases dopamine in the brains of team members, maintains motivation, and fosters a sense of achievement.
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Big Think, 29 Apr. 2026
Critical thinking fosters being curious about the world, and that is very helpful for motivation and engagement.
—Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
The appointment recognizes academic excellence and fosters international collaboration through short-term exchange programs, a release said.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
Gardening fosters life skills, such as teamwork, patience, self-confidence and responsibility.
—Shelley Mitchell, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2026
Freddy Escobar, a former president of the firefighters union who was suspended by the union’s parent organization over allegations of missing receipts, said that the family culture at fire stations fosters an open-door environment.
—Alene Tchekmedyian, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Access to parks and nature encourages activity and fosters social connection, the study found.
—Samuel O’Neal 16, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Apr. 2026
Its Bridge Program fosters sustainability and independence.
—Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026
The campaign also fosters a sense of community.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Big Think, 29 Apr. 2026
Critical thinking fosters being curious about the world, and that is very helpful for motivation and engagement.
—Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
The appointment recognizes academic excellence and fosters international collaboration through short-term exchange programs, a release said.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
Gardening fosters life skills, such as teamwork, patience, self-confidence and responsibility.
—Shelley Mitchell, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2026
Freddy Escobar, a former president of the firefighters union who was suspended by the union’s parent organization over allegations of missing receipts, said that the family culture at fire stations fosters an open-door environment.
—Alene Tchekmedyian, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Access to parks and nature encourages activity and fosters social connection, the study found.
—Samuel O’Neal 16, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Apr. 2026
Its Bridge Program fosters sustainability and independence.
—Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026
The campaign also fosters a sense of community.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fosters
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Its expert team enforces strict production rules, promotes the brand globally, fights counterfeits and certifies every wheel.—
Antonia Mortensen,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
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The company also promotes global tours for artists such as Justin Bieber, Zach Bryan, Sabrina Carpenter, Kenny Chesney, Luke Combs, Celine Dion, Elton John, Carin León, Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, and Tyler, The Creator.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
1 May 2026
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Ultimately, leading with love or care in the workplace nurtures a culture of empathy, compassion, and authenticity, driving organizational success and fostering a sense of purpose and fulfillment among team members.—
Rebecca Ahmed,
Big Think,
22 Apr. 2026
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The diary writing nurtures an internal life by giving oxygen to what previously had been ephemeral, easily self-mocked as inappropriate, or troubling.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Apr. 2026
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The Sustainable Ihram Initiative also complements other efforts by the fashion commission, such as the Swap Shop program, which encourages consumers to exchange unwanted clothes rather than discarding them.—
FMG Studios,
Footwear News,
1 May 2026
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Mouth tape encourages nasal breathing and may reduce snoring.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2026
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The comments around cyber risks come as emergence of Anthropic's Mythos is setting up a scramble from the banking industry to gain access and test the technology, as regulators rush to examine the cybersecurity risks the new AI model raises.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Critics say that practice raises prices for buyers and hurts the state’s homeownership rate.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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This open-mindedness naturally cultivates a more constructive atmosphere, as curiosity encourages exploration and discovery rather than stagnation or resistance.—
Rebecca Ahmed,
Big Think,
22 Apr. 2026
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Exposure to museums, live performances and visual arts connects youngsters to the cultural community and cultivates future creatives.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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Baseball is a copycat league, and success breeds imitators.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Conversely, a lack of transparency breeds distrust and erodes institutional legitimacy.—
Wayne Unger,
The Conversation,
23 Apr. 2026
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The Pantene Abundant & Strong Daily Scalp Serum nourishes the hair from root to tip, thanks to two rockstar ingredients.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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Smoked salmon mousse melts like silk; the Welcome Pot, a hearty stew of tepary beans, bison, and garden flowers, reminds me how food nourishes more than the body.—
Carrie Honaker,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Apr. 2026
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