furthering 1 of 3

present participle of further

furthering

2 of 3

adjective

furthering

3 of 3

noun

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for furthering
Verb
  • 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
  • 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
Noun
  • The National Taxpayer Advocate rightly urges the IRS to reduce identity theft case timelines but that, as with all other efforts in furtherance of accessibility and modernization, requires real capacity.
    Andrew Leahey, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
  • The prosecution, led by Bragg, theorized in court that the reimbursements were falsified in furtherance of a separate and unspecified crime — a move by prosecutors that critics said was legally creative, if not tenuous.
    Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 11 June 2025
Verb
  • Thursday’s swings also hit the bond market, which had been showing encouraging signals earlier in the day that stress may be easing.
    Time, Time, 11 Apr. 2025
  • At the time, Meta issued similar guidance, releasing an update that solved the breach and encouraging users to move to the latest version of WhatsApp.
    Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The research could lead to advancements in formulating pharmaceuticals, among other applications.
    Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 28 June 2025
  • These advancements can lead to better support experiences, stronger internal knowledge sharing and more responsive service.
    Marc Scheipe, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
Verb
  • 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
  • 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
Noun
  • Despite the proposal receiving some bipartisan support Wednesday afternoon, lawmakers on the Joint Legislative Audit Committee stopped short of recommending the project be audited.
    Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2025
  • Carter’s has increased support to help address the need for affordable housing and its latest contribution will help fund the unit within the Cottages at Heritage Grove, a 55-plus pocket neighborhood located in Tavares that has 23 homes.
    Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 June 2025
Verb
  • 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
  • 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
  • Igor Jesus adapted quickly, clambering past Soares in the pecking order and registering six goals and an assist in his first seven starts.
    Jack Lang, New York Times, 27 June 2025
  • Melbourne, an Australian basketball player who earned a bronze medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, is averaging 6.5 points, 2.3 rebounds and 2.6 assists this season.
    Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2025
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“Furthering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furthering. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

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