emboldened

Example Sentences

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His statements could have "inadvertently instigated or emboldened opportunistic armed groups that are seeking to exploit international narratives by attacking soft targets", Obasi said.

From Barron's

Pakistani Taliban have been emboldened since the Taliban seized power in August 2021.

From Seattle Times

It is hard to see how that gulf could be bridged quickly, particularly since emboldened House conservatives are demanding even more aggressive cuts.

From Washington Post

The seagulls appear to have become emboldened in recent years, as crowds return after the pandemic and more Britons have taken advantage of domestic holidays and day trips rather than going abroad, Fawzy said.

From Washington Post

As the job market becomes less “candidate dominated,” employers have been emboldened to push workers to come in a few days a week, says Squiers.

From Seattle Times