as in promotes
to help the growth or development of
she worked hard to further her operatic career
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Recent Examples of furthers
Spiraling into hate only wastes energy, furthers the divide, and produces greater suffering.
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Mark Waller, Denver Post, 26 Sep. 2025
Season two picks up with Cassian continuing the rebellion efforts as the Empire furthers its agenda.
—Saba Hamedy, NBC news, 15 Sep. 2025
Beekman furthers her argument by taking a close look at the psychology of babies.
—Elissa Strauss, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2025
Our property furthers this experience, harnessing the serenity of the surrounding mountains with muted interiors, in service that is both genuine yet discreet, and through experiences that showcase the very best of the region from a local perspective.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Trier’s insightful and captivating adult drama, which won the Grand Prix at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, furthers the writer-director’s piercing exploration of the frayed ties that bind us to one another and to our creative selves.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2025
Moreover, allowing students to order Uber Eats furthers the divide between students who have financial access to these tools and those who do not.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 12 Mar. 2025
Moore’s executive order furthers Maryland’s drive to create a sustainably clean energy economy for all.
—Brian Jenkins, Baltimore Sun, 9 Mar. 2025
Active listening furthers understanding of alternate views, fostering a culture of open communication and mutual respect.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 6 Mar. 2025
Mark Waller, Denver Post, 26 Sep. 2025
Season two picks up with Cassian continuing the rebellion efforts as the Empire furthers its agenda.
—Saba Hamedy, NBC news, 15 Sep. 2025
Beekman furthers her argument by taking a close look at the psychology of babies.
—Elissa Strauss, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2025
Our property furthers this experience, harnessing the serenity of the surrounding mountains with muted interiors, in service that is both genuine yet discreet, and through experiences that showcase the very best of the region from a local perspective.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Trier’s insightful and captivating adult drama, which won the Grand Prix at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, furthers the writer-director’s piercing exploration of the frayed ties that bind us to one another and to our creative selves.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2025
Moreover, allowing students to order Uber Eats furthers the divide between students who have financial access to these tools and those who do not.
—Annabelle Canela, Parents, 12 Mar. 2025
Moore’s executive order furthers Maryland’s drive to create a sustainably clean energy economy for all.
—Brian Jenkins, Baltimore Sun, 9 Mar. 2025
Active listening furthers understanding of alternate views, fostering a culture of open communication and mutual respect.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 6 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for furthers
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One key part of lessening this burden is creating an environment at home that promotes a fair distribution of tasks like scheduling appointments and keeping track of obligations.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
13 Oct. 2025
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Alfouti talks about self-awareness before self-care, promotes walking goals instead of weight goals, and adapts Zumba routines to Khaliji and dabke dance styles.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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Sharing their positive experiences encourages others, especially younger or shier players, to seek help.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, a spacious roof terrace provides a communal space for residents that encourages them to get fresh air.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Oct. 2025
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By fostering an internal environment where employees are encouraged to question assumptions, share expertise, and engage in reflective thinking, The Rise Group cultivates the intellectual space needed to pursue meaningful insights.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
17 Oct. 2025
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The company cultivates a variety of fruits and vegetables at its first commercial vertical farm, located in a warehouse in Avondale.—
Sasha Hupka,
AZCentral.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Amid differing perspectives, West Cal intends to develop technology that fosters collaboration.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
14 Oct. 2025
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Top Miami chefs are now serving these oysters, praising their taste and freshness, while the farm’s network also supports smaller producers and fosters a local, farm-to-table oyster culture.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
13 Oct. 2025
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Getting creative with my style nurtures the confidence that empowers me to show up in the world authentically.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 Sep. 2025
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The vegan lip treatment delivers intense moisture via a peptide that smoothes and plumps, as well as hyaluronic acid that nurtures dry skin.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Furthers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furthers. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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