as in promoting
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as in furtherance
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as in encouraging
to help the growth or development of
she worked hard to further her operatic career
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Recent Examples of furthering
J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 9 Feb. 2026
The Heat also could replace Rozier with a prospect on a multiyear contract, as a means of furthering the team’s developmental program.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 Feb. 2026
To them, he will be remembered as a cold, heartless businessman and a shamefully unkind man of the cloth who focused way too much on socializing, traveling and furthering his own agenda.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 3 Feb. 2026
Then, on July 26, the North Node enters your sign, furthering your evolution.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
With the intention of furthering conversation and community among guests, the series transforms Arlo Hotels’ communal spaces into cultural destinations to make contemporary art more accessible to locals and tourists aline.
—Emma Kershaw, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Traffickers charge high fees and force victims to recruit friends and family in exchange for improved conditions, furthering a pyramid scheme model, Interpol said.
—Ope Adetayo, Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2026
Affirmatively furthering fair housing is of critical importance in our city.
—Heidi Vonblum, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Visible members of the community such as doctors or pastors should be trusted partners in furthering dialogue.
—Richard Edelman, Time, 18 Jan. 2026
Verb
Weapons-makers’ stocks rallied on expectations of looser export restrictions and plans for a possible revision to Japan’s pacifist constitution, furthering momentum for Asian defense firms.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 9 Feb. 2026
The Heat also could replace Rozier with a prospect on a multiyear contract, as a means of furthering the team’s developmental program.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 Feb. 2026
To them, he will be remembered as a cold, heartless businessman and a shamefully unkind man of the cloth who focused way too much on socializing, traveling and furthering his own agenda.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 3 Feb. 2026
Then, on July 26, the North Node enters your sign, furthering your evolution.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
With the intention of furthering conversation and community among guests, the series transforms Arlo Hotels’ communal spaces into cultural destinations to make contemporary art more accessible to locals and tourists aline.
—Emma Kershaw, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Traffickers charge high fees and force victims to recruit friends and family in exchange for improved conditions, furthering a pyramid scheme model, Interpol said.
—Ope Adetayo, Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2026
Affirmatively furthering fair housing is of critical importance in our city.
—Heidi Vonblum, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Visible members of the community such as doctors or pastors should be trusted partners in furthering dialogue.
—Richard Edelman, Time, 18 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for furthering
Noun
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The men who were charged in December are facing two counts of kidnapping resulting in death and one count of causing the death of a person in furtherance of a crime of violence and drug trafficking crime.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2026
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Cannon also sentenced him to a mandatory-minimum term of 7 years for his conviction on possessing a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
4 Feb. 2026
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Prominent surfing family Van Dyke, originally from Santa Cruz, California, was recognized in the international surfing community for his participation in competitions and his influence in promoting the sport in the Caribbean region.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Irving, who was not playing in the All-Star Game, was traded to the Dallas Mavericks from the Brooklyn Nets in 2023 shortly after promoting an antisemitic film on his Twitter account and at first refusing to apologize for the tweet.—
Philissa Cramer,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Feb. 2026
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But the bill’s advancement was not cause for celebration among the food security advocates who have been calling for state funds to cover the cost of school meal copays for years.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
15 Feb. 2026
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After reporting Rotter, Walker said he was subjected to racial harassment and a hostile working environment, including being denied overtime, training and advancement opportunities, according to court filings.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Buying local products, providing local and state funding sources, supporting agricultural preservation programs, encouraging lawmakers to prioritize the importance of farming and supporting local agriculture education programs are partial solutions.—
Joe Dymek,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Feb. 2026
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Your 4th House of Home becomes a deep well as the nurturing Moon conjoins unearthing Pluto there, encouraging you to cleanse closets and clear emotional dust.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
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Meyer does not have universal support in a fractured player and agent community.—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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The support for signaling an openness to a potential rate hike appears to be a significant shift from previous meetings.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Moon Juice enters Target after cultivating a loyal customer base, Bacon said.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
16 Feb. 2026
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In the ensuing months Epstein becomes a liaison between the two, with Epstein proffering offerings of assistance to both parties while cultivating his friendship with Barrack.—
Daniel Ruetenik,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Defenseman Max Ludwar orchestrated the attack with three assists, helping Chelmsford take a 4-1 win over Medford in the 35th Annual Ed Cahoon Cup.—
Tyler McManus,
Boston Herald,
17 Feb. 2026
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Sophie Hart contributed 13 points with a team-high six rebounds, while Tori McKinney chipped in 12 points and tied for the game-high with four assists.—
Staff Report,
Twin Cities,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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At the same time, there is a growing recognition that advanced economies might benefit from shifting their focus from merely transmitting information, a task machines increasingly perform well, towards fostering creativity, adaptability, and lifelong learning.—
José Manuel Barroso,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
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The ability to engage with diverse perspectives, listen to opposing viewpoints and find common ground will be essential in fostering peace and stability in a world that is increasingly divided along political, cultural and ideological lines.—
David Dumke,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Furthering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furthering. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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