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to help the growth or development of
she worked hard to further her operatic career
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Recent Examples of furthered
Groce’s arrival could have furthered reduce Mizell’s role.
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Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
No plot details are furthered here, no additional element of mystery revealed.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2025
Indeed, for much of the 20th century, country music furthered liberal politicians and progressive causes.
—Time, 6 Dec. 2025
Today, the third generation of the family is represented by Philippe and Marcel Guigal, who’ve furthered the legacy started by their grandfather.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 28 Nov. 2025
Considered the highest honor for a career in film, the AFI Life Achievement Award is given to a single honoree each year, recognizing talent that has furthered the cinematic arts, demonstrated longevity and been acknowledged by scholars, critics, peers and audiences alike.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 21 Nov. 2025
Vance has also furthered ideas underlying such bigotry, though with more delicate language.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 16 Nov. 2025
Tough outing for rookie safety Craig Woodson, who missed a tackle that furthered an explosive run on the opening series and couldn't break up Gabriel's second touchdown pass to David Njoku.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
My frustration only furthered my resolve to go full Nancy Drew and find out who committed this heartless crime.
—Maggie MacIntosh, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025
Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
No plot details are furthered here, no additional element of mystery revealed.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2025
Indeed, for much of the 20th century, country music furthered liberal politicians and progressive causes.
—Time, 6 Dec. 2025
Today, the third generation of the family is represented by Philippe and Marcel Guigal, who’ve furthered the legacy started by their grandfather.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 28 Nov. 2025
Considered the highest honor for a career in film, the AFI Life Achievement Award is given to a single honoree each year, recognizing talent that has furthered the cinematic arts, demonstrated longevity and been acknowledged by scholars, critics, peers and audiences alike.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 21 Nov. 2025
Vance has also furthered ideas underlying such bigotry, though with more delicate language.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 16 Nov. 2025
Tough outing for rookie safety Craig Woodson, who missed a tackle that furthered an explosive run on the opening series and couldn't break up Gabriel's second touchdown pass to David Njoku.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
My frustration only furthered my resolve to go full Nancy Drew and find out who committed this heartless crime.
—Maggie MacIntosh, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for furthered
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The city’s emergency overflow shelter is available to adults over 18, with capacity for dogs in kennels, but the office encouraged people who need a warm place to sleep to seek primary shelters as a first option.—
Austin Hornbostel,
Nashville Tennessean,
9 Nov. 2025
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During the end of the latter track, Lauper encouraged audience members to sing along and brought Salt-n-Pepa onstage to join in.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
9 Nov. 2025
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He was eventually promoted to the 53-man roster and played in the final five games of the regular season.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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He was promoted to Commander in May 2025.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Political contacts In the late-1990s and 2000s, while Itera was reporting billions in annual revenue, the company cultivated relationships with influential politicians.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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He’s cultivated a large online following, hosts a podcast that amplifies his policy message, and posts Trump-style memes and rapid-fire videos that mock conservative governors and highlight California’s progressive policies.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Nov. 2025
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Administrators across the eight campuses said the program fostered additional wellness spaces, community partnerships and peer counseling courses.—
Vani Sanganeria,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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Over the last 30-plus years, Kiss Beauty Group has fostered a handful of hero lines, including Impress, Red, Falscara and Kiss Colors and Care.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
6 Jan. 2026
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However, this rugged coastline has nurtured an impressive surf culture and offers stunning vistas.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Dec. 2025
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What needs to be nurtured and challenged within you, your partners, and the relationship?—
Colin Bedell,
Them.,
22 Dec. 2025
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