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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
Key Takeaways Persimmons are rich in fiber, which supports digestion and promotes heart health.
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Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 10 Nov. 2025
Research suggests that movement helps to regulate circadian rhythm and increases melatonin production, which is a hormone that increases at night and promotes sleep.
—Olivia Lee, Charlotte Observer, 10 Nov. 2025
The findings contrast with the traditional assumption that coffee promotes unhealthy heart rhythms, according to the study.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
Shark Watch South Australia — a non-profit organization that promotes shark awareness — wrote in a post at the time that the man had been bitten by a Bronze Whaler.
—Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
Recent scientific studies have found that horticultural therapy promotes creativity, self-esteem, social interaction and sensory stimulation.
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Brushing prevents matting, promotes a healthy coat by dispersing natural oils and removes dead hair.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2025
Simulating natural light is one of many ways biophilic design promotes wellness.
—Maya Chawla, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2025
There may not be campaign materials, including clothing that promotes or disparages any candidate on the ballot within 100 feet of the entrance to polling places.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 10 Nov. 2025
Research suggests that movement helps to regulate circadian rhythm and increases melatonin production, which is a hormone that increases at night and promotes sleep.
—Olivia Lee, Charlotte Observer, 10 Nov. 2025
The findings contrast with the traditional assumption that coffee promotes unhealthy heart rhythms, according to the study.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
Shark Watch South Australia — a non-profit organization that promotes shark awareness — wrote in a post at the time that the man had been bitten by a Bronze Whaler.
—Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
Recent scientific studies have found that horticultural therapy promotes creativity, self-esteem, social interaction and sensory stimulation.
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Brushing prevents matting, promotes a healthy coat by dispersing natural oils and removes dead hair.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2025
Simulating natural light is one of many ways biophilic design promotes wellness.
—Maya Chawla, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2025
There may not be campaign materials, including clothing that promotes or disparages any candidate on the ballot within 100 feet of the entrance to polling places.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promotes
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Gift with Taste 672 elevates gifting with flexible deliveries of Napa’s most exceptional reds, handpicked by Robb Report editors.—
Kathryn O’Shea-Evans,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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This emphasis on both design purity and technical refinement elevates the Sweptail beyond a typical bespoke build.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
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Besides the gleaming blue hull, the 60-footer has an open layout that encourages sociability while promoting privacy in areas like the sunbed at the stern or foredeck lounge.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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Each troll has a name and a story that encourages nature exploration and ultimately finding ways to protect the earth.—
Khadejeh Nikouyeh,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Nov. 2025
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In her own life, Kat cultivates those conditions.—
Rowan Jacobsen,
Harpers Magazine,
24 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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In business since 2012, Khandwala sells mostly through her two freestanding stores in Bombay and New Delhi, nine shops-in-shop in India, and her website, where 75 percent of the business is done outside of India.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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Starbucks no longer sells its merchandise online.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Nov. 2025
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Citigroup upgrades Kirby to buy from hold Citi says the industrial services provider is an AI and data center beneficiary.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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Here are the top 10 standout features and upgrades worth borrowing for your own kitchen.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Oct. 2025
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The Empath fosters psychological safety, inclusive dialogue and a culture of empathy.—
Kelly Jones,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Since its founding, Facebook has described itself as a kind of public service that fosters relationships.—
Damon Beres,
The Atlantic,
5 Nov. 2025
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The farm in the mountains south of Fayetteville grows nine different varieties of lettuce, including red and green varieties of Bibb, Oakleaf and Sweet Crisp lettuces, romaine, arugula, kale, bok choy, microgreens, as well as herbs like basil, thyme and oregano.—
Cristina LaRue,
Arkansas Online,
9 Nov. 2025
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Incentives support large-scale deployment by 2026 as freight and public transport demand grows.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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Shell announces share buybacks as earnings top estimates.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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Trump announces a second strike reportedly kills three people in the Caribbean.—
Anne Flaherty,
ABC News,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Promotes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promotes. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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