- present tense form of discourage (3rd person singular).
discourages
Example Sentences
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"They work by absorbing fluid from superficial spots while creating a protective barrier that discourages picking," she explains.
From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2026
It’s a grim idea, that our hope is in a tool that discourages in-depth reading and a long-shot hypothetical strategy—both of which rely on technology known for sowing confusion.
From Slate ● Aug. 26, 2026
The Dare Market app allows people to challenge one another to complete dares for prizes or money, but discourages users from breaking any laws, Rose-Perfito said.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 8, 2026
“Businesses are concerned about long-term shortages of energy supply, and this discourages investment and weakens the effect of government stimuli,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 21, 2026
The prospect of fording this /aife-colored torrent discourages most people from traveling any farther.
From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer
