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encouragement

[en-kur-ij-muhnt, -kuhr-] / ɛnˈkɜr ɪdʒ mənt, -ˈkʌr- /


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“Everyone had a little bit of feedback that she gave, both encouragement and also points of improvement for each person, and I think it was received,” Ogwumike said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 9, 2026

Mr. McElwee signs off on the project, with the encouragement of Adrian—who has long thought his father should aim more for the mainstream—and the proviso that he be allowed to shoot a making-of film.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 9, 2026

She said the schoolboy was supported by the "love, prayers and encouragement of his family, friends, school and wider community".

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

"It is an encouragement to protect... one of the very pristine evergreen forests in this Cardamom Mountains."

From Barron's • Jun. 25, 2026

All he needed was a bit more encouragement.

From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth




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