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1
as in upgrading
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 encouraging
to help the growth or development of
a campaign promoting good dental hygiene
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as in growing
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 selling
to provide publicity for
promoting a new line of toys based on the popular movie
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Recent Examples of promoting
Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 15 June 2026
The push is being led by tech giant Huawei through the Ultra HD Video Alliance, which is promoting its own HDR Vivid standard as an alternative to the Digital Cinema Initiatives certification framework that has governed cinema projection globally for decades.
—Marcus Lim, Variety, 15 June 2026
The American Academy of Ophthalmology has mapped out a nutritious diet focused on promoting eye health.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 15 June 2026
There’s the Swede promoting the power of ranch dressing, the Italians marveling at fountain drinks with ice and free refills, the English rhapsodizing over chicken parm and just about everyone shouting out the friendliness of the businesses that served them.
—Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
With this campaign, businesses are promoting local.
—Sooji Nam, CBS News, 15 June 2026
While promoting the book, Warnock faced pushback from a top Republican who disagrees with his progressive ideals about religion and the role of government.
—Tia Mitchell, AJC.com, 15 June 2026
The third pillar focuses on promoting financial and economic incentives such as redirecting agricultural subsidies toward regenerative practices and phasing out incentives that entrench linear production.
—Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 15 June 2026
An infamous poster promoting that campaign depicted white sheep kicking their black brethren out of the frame.
—Jessi Jezewska Stevens, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
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Tom Holland and Zendaya made promoting their new movie look like a casual date moment.
—Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 15 June 2026
The push is being led by tech giant Huawei through the Ultra HD Video Alliance, which is promoting its own HDR Vivid standard as an alternative to the Digital Cinema Initiatives certification framework that has governed cinema projection globally for decades.
—Marcus Lim, Variety, 15 June 2026
The American Academy of Ophthalmology has mapped out a nutritious diet focused on promoting eye health.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 15 June 2026
There’s the Swede promoting the power of ranch dressing, the Italians marveling at fountain drinks with ice and free refills, the English rhapsodizing over chicken parm and just about everyone shouting out the friendliness of the businesses that served them.
—Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
With this campaign, businesses are promoting local.
—Sooji Nam, CBS News, 15 June 2026
While promoting the book, Warnock faced pushback from a top Republican who disagrees with his progressive ideals about religion and the role of government.
—Tia Mitchell, AJC.com, 15 June 2026
The third pillar focuses on promoting financial and economic incentives such as redirecting agricultural subsidies toward regenerative practices and phasing out incentives that entrench linear production.
—Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 15 June 2026
An infamous poster promoting that campaign depicted white sheep kicking their black brethren out of the frame.
—Jessi Jezewska Stevens, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promoting
Adjective
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But Venable saw some encouraging signs at Truist Park.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Aug. 2025
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On the surface, conceding four goals does not sound good, but the individual displays of two of the summer signings, centre-back Bafode Diakite and left-back Adrien Truffert, were encouraging.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
20 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The city bought it, improved the infrastructure and began working with Habitat for Humanity on upgrading the housing.—
Sam Fuqua,
NPR,
11 Dec. 2025
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With that shift, officials are unsure whether upgrading the system is justified, prompting the new call for public input.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The approach, Black Thought admits, is indeed intentional and aimed at cultivating an organic expansion of the festival's appeal.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Central to that vision is a commitment to celebrating the brand's Scottish roots while cultivating a loyal international following.—
Monique Jessen,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
Verb
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Many travelers dream of one day living abroad, but a growing number of US citizens are making that fantasy a reality.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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The findings, the latest in a growing body of research about the vaccine’s benefits for heart health, suggest such benefits observed in earlier studies have persisted for years.—
Daniel Wu,
Washington Post,
16 June 2026
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In 2010, the judge granted a permanent injunction, requiring, among other things, that the farm stop selling raw milk beyond California and take down any statements promoting its health benefits.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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The United Arab Emirates, which has used a pipeline to get some supplies around the strait, has also been selling oil from inside the Persian Gulf to customers in Asia.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
14 June 2026
Verb
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As the restaurant evolved — eventually elevating its experience and moving downtown — so did its beverage program.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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Hot temperatures and wind gusts are elevating wildfire risks in parts of Southwest Idaho and the south-central part of the state, according to the National Weather Service.—
Don Sweeney,
Idaho Statesman,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Since its founding in 2011, the MPWW has been fostering a unique literary community in Minnesota.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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To support a dandelion child further, regularly check-in with them and prioritize fostering connection and warmth.—
Parents,
Parents,
7 June 2026
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Kia will build Seltoses with three gasoline engines producing 149, 180 and 193 horsepower.—
Mark Phelan,
Freep.com,
11 Dec. 2025
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Denver will soon be part of celebrating the history of the United States by producing some of the semiquincentennial coins to be released into circulation next year.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Dec. 2025
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“Promoting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promoting. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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