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as in elevates
to move higher in rank or position
the navy promoted her to captain for her record of outstanding performance
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as in encourages
to help the growth or development of
a campaign promoting good dental hygiene
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as in cultivates
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
spends all her time now promoting her new business
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as in sells
to provide publicity for
promoting a new line of toys based on the popular movie
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Recent Examples of promotes
My commitment has always been to administering justice in a manner that promotes accountability, respects victims, supports the integrity of our legal institutions, and reinforces public confidence that the courts are a stabilizing force — regardless of political climate or external pressure.
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Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
The Islamic Republic of Iran’s atrocities against demonstrators opposed to the regime has reportedly resulted in security forces killing at least 19 Iranian Christians, according to Article 18, an organization that promotes religious freedom in Iran.
—Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Designed with Place2Be’s therapeutic principles in mind, the space promotes emotional regulation, sensory exploration and creative play.
—Stephanie Bridger-Linning, Vanity Fair, 12 Feb. 2026
Amanda is the spokesperson for Lovesac’s new [Sit]utionship campaign, which promotes the idea of investing in furniture (and relationships) that will last for years to come.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 12 Feb. 2026
Made with vegetables and grains, their fiber promotes satiety, enabling people to eat less meat.
—Faye Levy, Oc Register, 11 Feb. 2026
The new ratings were also announced on Tuesday on Safer Internet Day, a global campaign that promotes using technology responsibly, especially among young people.
—Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Zinc is an essential mineral that supports immune function, promotes wound healing, and plays a role in your sense of taste.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 11 Feb. 2026
Miami-Dade County promotes the use of rain barrels for irrigation by offering workshops and rebates to homeowners who purchase rain barrels.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
The Islamic Republic of Iran’s atrocities against demonstrators opposed to the regime has reportedly resulted in security forces killing at least 19 Iranian Christians, according to Article 18, an organization that promotes religious freedom in Iran.
—Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Designed with Place2Be’s therapeutic principles in mind, the space promotes emotional regulation, sensory exploration and creative play.
—Stephanie Bridger-Linning, Vanity Fair, 12 Feb. 2026
Amanda is the spokesperson for Lovesac’s new [Sit]utionship campaign, which promotes the idea of investing in furniture (and relationships) that will last for years to come.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 12 Feb. 2026
Made with vegetables and grains, their fiber promotes satiety, enabling people to eat less meat.
—Faye Levy, Oc Register, 11 Feb. 2026
The new ratings were also announced on Tuesday on Safer Internet Day, a global campaign that promotes using technology responsibly, especially among young people.
—Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Zinc is an essential mineral that supports immune function, promotes wound healing, and plays a role in your sense of taste.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 11 Feb. 2026
Miami-Dade County promotes the use of rain barrels for irrigation by offering workshops and rebates to homeowners who purchase rain barrels.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promotes
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Seasonal menus keep every visit fresh, while the ambiance — elegant, warm and steeped in character — elevates even simple moments.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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Leila Crossbody Bag Another slim but functional crossbody, the Leila is an easy-to-wear style that instantly elevates any look.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
11 Feb. 2026
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The hotel encourages guests to turn off the lights, climate control systems, and water whenever they are not needed in an effort to conserve resources.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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That directional pressure mirrors the body’s natural flow patterns and encourages fluid to move centrally so it can be processed and eliminated.—
Avery Newmark,
AJC.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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The brand cultivates a fun, rebellious, and inclusive culture.—
Susan Stapleton,
Des Moines Register,
9 Feb. 2026
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That cultivates community on campus, Dassinger added.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Feb. 2026
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Her son also sells rocks and gems at the event.—
Janice Neumann,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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Priority Gold overview Priority Gold sells gold and silver coins and bars to investors interested in portfolio diversification or retirement savings.—
Sharon Wu,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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Citigroup upgrades StubHub to neutral from sell Citi says the headwinds are now priced in for the ticket company.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
18 Feb. 2026
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The nonprofit Sustainable Ramona fosters sustainability in Ramona via education, partnerships, projects and promotions.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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Success will be recruiting top-quality staff and counsel, and building an office culture that is ethical and fosters pride in work.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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But as complexity grows, so do the opportunities to miss optimizing or to make mistakes.—
Joanna Rotenberg,
Fortune,
20 Feb. 2026
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Virgo August 23 – September 22 Deep trust grows through careful, kind agreements.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
20 Feb. 2026
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Trump admin ending immigration agent surge in Minnesota, Homan announces.—
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FOXNews.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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In her provocative new spin on Emily Brontë’s 1847 novel, the Oscar-winning filmmaker announces from the get-go that this isn’t your grandmother’s windswept Gothic romance.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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