encourage
Example Sentences
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The offensive hand movements were part of a touchdown celebration Ross encouraged Nacua to perform if he scored against the Seahawks.
From Los Angeles Times
He added: “They are brave. They are funny. They are generous. They are deeply human. And they make everyone around them feel seen, protected, and encouraged to be more fully themselves.”
From Los Angeles Times
In the weeks after Muir reopened, Scrabeck brought out art supplies and encouraged students to draw, sew or simply make something small — like a Valentine’s Day card.
From Los Angeles Times
Tokyo has long encouraged Japanese businesses to invest in the region, but they have so far remained cautious.
From Barron's
Years of ultralow interest rates encouraged Japanese pension funds, insurers and even mom-and-pop stock pickers to seek better returns overseas in U.S.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
