encouragement
Example Sentences
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Lambert previously shared some words of encouragement to “American Idol” contestants after she lifted herself out of poverty and homelessness and rose to stardom while residing in a $3.5 million mansion.
From MarketWatch
Dimly, he could hear the watchers shouting encouragement to Hord, but their voices were muffled, as if he were underwater.
From Literature
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I didn’t intend to trap him into marriage, but having a date with him, with Ma’s approval—her encouragement in fact— seemed much more enticing than being cooped up at home.
From Literature
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He was a "massive encouragement" in his career.
From BBC
In a statement issued by the Liberals, she said she had undergone "much personal reflection and encouragement from my community, family, and supporters".
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.