cultivate
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This idea of trying to cultivate a public version of yourself because you’re ashamed of the private version of your self.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
At regional chapter meetings in places such as New York City, Miami and Dallas, members discuss how to cultivate a family culture around different kinds of wealth, including “intellectual wealth” and “emotional wealth.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Just one day into his job, Warsh hasn’t had time to cultivate allies on the Fed board.
From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026
Participating in Eurovision has helped former Soviet republics such as Estonia and Ukraine cultivate their images as part of Europe, he added.
From Barron's • May 16, 2026
At midday, despite a scorching sun, Granny, seemingly indefatigable, went about with impressive skill trimming the rosebushes as we talked about trees and flowers and how to best cultivate them.
From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane
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