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embolden

[em-bohl-dn] / ɛmˈboʊl dn /


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The decision is expected to embolden the IRS to assert economic substance arguments more aggressively, according to attorney Robert Kovacev.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

The question is whether it will embolden Washington as it seeks effective control of infrastructure assets owned or controlled by Chinese companies.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

This week's confrontation with X over Grok AI, on which Downing Street is claiming "vindication", might embolden the government to have another battle with the big technology companies.

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026

We can’t help but embolden him with our interest.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 13, 2025

If he called and tried to negotiate, it might embolden Vincent to make more demands.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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