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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
The new law also adds restrictions to K-12 and higher education institutions, prohibiting school voucher funds from going to any school that promotes or that is affiliated with a terrorist organization.
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Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 9 May 2026
This promotes pleasant feelings between you and everyone around you.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 9 May 2026
Gwyneth Paltrow promotes cold plunges as part of her Goop wellness philosophy.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
The new law also adds restrictions to K-12 and higher education institutions, prohibiting school voucher funds from going to any school that promotes or that is affiliated with a terrorist organization.
—Ana Goñi-Lessan, Sun Sentinel, 8 May 2026
Kiss night sweats goodbye with these cooling pillows and this dual-sided cooling comforter, which is breathable, promotes airflow, and was designed with hot sleepers in mind.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
The brand promotes its products as free from artificial sweeteners and vague labeling.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Established in 2005 by Max Mara, the biennial prize supports and promotes emerging or midcareer artists at a crucial stage in their professional paths, offering them time and space for the creation of an ambitious project.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 7 May 2026
The Oodie Weighted Blanket leans on the scientific principles behind deep pressure stimulation and promotes a deeper, more restful sleep.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 9 May 2026
This promotes pleasant feelings between you and everyone around you.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 9 May 2026
Gwyneth Paltrow promotes cold plunges as part of her Goop wellness philosophy.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
The new law also adds restrictions to K-12 and higher education institutions, prohibiting school voucher funds from going to any school that promotes or that is affiliated with a terrorist organization.
—Ana Goñi-Lessan, Sun Sentinel, 8 May 2026
Kiss night sweats goodbye with these cooling pillows and this dual-sided cooling comforter, which is breathable, promotes airflow, and was designed with hot sleepers in mind.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
The brand promotes its products as free from artificial sweeteners and vague labeling.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Established in 2005 by Max Mara, the biennial prize supports and promotes emerging or midcareer artists at a crucial stage in their professional paths, offering them time and space for the creation of an ambitious project.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 7 May 2026
The Oodie Weighted Blanket leans on the scientific principles behind deep pressure stimulation and promotes a deeper, more restful sleep.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promotes
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For Field, the relationship between nature and humanity is what elevates the film.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Jennifer is a singular filmmaker, who brings a distinct, cinematic vision that elevates the material, while Goodfellas act as true curators – champions of great art and the artists behind it.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
6 May 2026
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Armbruster encourages drivers to compare prices between stations instead of automatically stopping at the same place every time to fill up.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 May 2026
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The equal time law encourages more speech and empowers voters to decide the outcome of elections.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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Certain experiences, products, atmospheres, audiences, or values appeal to different customers, and each business cultivates a unique environment through its operations.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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The narrative centers on Roh Tae-woo, a man who cultivates a public image as an everyman while working the levers of influence alongside military strongman Chun Doo-hwan.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
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Lucas — a prominent backer of legalizing marijuana — has said the store sells legal hemp and CBD products.—
Eric Tucker,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Jim Falk, who sells seeds and grows crops on a 700-acre farm in western Minnesota with his son, farms specialty soybeans for customers overseas.—
Star Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
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Susquehanna upgrades GlobalFoundries to positive from neutral The firm doubles its price target on the stock to $100 per share from $50 following earnings.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
6 May 2026
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Zuhn immediately upgrades the Raiders’ interior offensive line.—
Sam Warren,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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In particular, when politicians use demonizing or dehumanizing rhetoric to attack their opponents— for example, using words that depict their opponents as subhuman— this fosters extremism and helps motivate extremists to hurt their opponents physically.—
James Piazza,
Twin Cities,
30 Apr. 2026
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Research shows that celebrating even small wins releases dopamine in the brains of team members, maintains motivation, and fosters a sense of achievement.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Apr. 2026
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Stability grows through honest and thoughtful adjustments.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Fires there can release the radioactive materials stored in plants and animals, potentially over large distances if a blaze grows large enough.—
Andrea Thompson,
Scientific American,
8 May 2026
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Lee announces the drops via Dover Sole Market’s Instagram stories Wednesday or Thursday for Saturday and Sunday pickup.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The real problem is not who announces the policy.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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“Promotes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promotes. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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