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encouragement

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


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While all of the above looks heavy for the stock market, McElligott offered a little encouragement as well.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

China’s push for self-reliance and encouragement of domestic firms to buy Chinese-made products is also hurting U.S. market share and profitability.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Supported by unnamed donors, he offers encouragement and religious-based morale boosts to politicians or their mutual benefactors.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

She looked relaxed as Richardson dished out instructions and encouragement from the player's box, while she showed resilience in fending off 16 break points and making it difficult for Parry until the end.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

And Sayeh would probably never have sung in front of the class without my encouragement.

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney




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