- present participle of encourage.
encouraging
Example Sentences
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And that I found very, very inspiring, very encouraging — that television and film should be pushing itself continually for that original material and not relying on remakes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026
Bejar is the first witness to take the stand and has argued that the company prioritized profits over safety by encouraging people to spend more and more time on Facebook and Instagram.
From Barron's ● Aug. 19, 2026
Despite the encouraging findings, BifidoSumIL-2 has not been tested in humans.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 19, 2026
It is believed about one million people could benefit from the change, which forms part of the government's focus on reducing the cost of living and encouraging people into work.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
Adiah offered an encouraging nod, and Koffi looked down at the blade.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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