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as in to promote
to help the growth or development of
the head librarian firmly declared that it is indeed the duty of local government to foster learning and a love of reading
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as in to raise
to bring to maturity through care and education
a greathearted couple fostering two adopted children as well as three more of their own
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Recent Examples of foster
That may sound obvious, but under the current framework, instead of proportionate consequences for any missing evidence, cases are very often dismissed outright, leaving victims without justice and undermining the accountability that is essential to fostering public safety.
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Mimi Rocah, New York Daily News, 13 Apr. 2025
Her organization uses Healthy Tribes money to foster connections between younger people and elders in Native American and Alaska Native communities.
—Devna Bose, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2025
As such, the President expended enormous energy to foster the notion that the U.S. could not live in isolation from the rest of the world.
—Time, 12 Apr. 2025
Authenticity fosters relatability, which in turn creates likability, all of which are needed for marketability.
—Ashley Hume, Fox News, 11 Mar. 2025
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Mimi Rocah, New York Daily News, 13 Apr. 2025
Her organization uses Healthy Tribes money to foster connections between younger people and elders in Native American and Alaska Native communities.
—Devna Bose, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2025
As such, the President expended enormous energy to foster the notion that the U.S. could not live in isolation from the rest of the world.
—Time, 12 Apr. 2025
Authenticity fosters relatability, which in turn creates likability, all of which are needed for marketability.
—Ashley Hume, Fox News, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for foster
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Infielder David Villar was promoted from Triple-A Sacramento to take his place.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
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In addition to helping with puffiness and sore muscles, it can also be used to relieve headaches, as the cold promotes blood circulation to the face and neck.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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At the same time, these updates raise questions about the Oscars broadcast itself.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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There’s also a charity component, with the team raising funds for local students involved in fish restoration efforts.—
Luke Cyphers,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The goal of the tax subsidies was to encourage more Americans to save for retirement.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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To Thomas, the phrase is meant to encourage people to not give up on democracy.—
Harriet Blair Rowan,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
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Our culture is built on five core values: being customer-centric, fostering collaboration, driving results, nurturing talent and upholding integrity.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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Beyond wrestling, Funk Sr.'s impact as a promoter was immense, co-founding Western States Sports in Amarillo, a territory that nurtured future legends, including his sons Dory Funk Jr. and Terry Funk.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Since selling the bulk of its cable and studio assets to Walt Disney Co. in 2019, Fox News’ corporate parent has focused intently on programming that cultivates live viewership.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
9 Apr. 2025
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It must be cultivated with intention and consistency, and often, small steps are required to build it.—
Dr. Jennifer Bryant,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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As of now, there's no plan for the wolves to breed.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
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Lamm says that Romulus, Remus, and Khaleesi will not be allowed to breed; moreover, the company anticipates genetically engineering just three to five more of the animals.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Foster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foster. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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