1
as in to elevate
to move higher in rank or position
the navy promoted her to captain for her record of outstanding performance
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2
as in to encourage
to help the growth or development of
a campaign promoting good dental hygiene
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3
as in to grow
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
spends all her time now promoting her new business
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4
as in to sell
to provide publicity for
promoting a new line of toys based on the popular movie
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Recent Examples of promote
Trump advocates tariffs as a means to reshape commercial relations, eliminate trade deficits and promote domestic manufacturing.
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Ruxandra Iordache,sophie Kiderlin, CNBC, 28 Feb. 2025
The Harvey Lofts website promotes spacious one-, two- and three-bedroom modern apartments offered at subsidized rates.
—Samantha Moilanen, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
Now, much like her GRAMMY’s trophies, the superstar turned into the golden bottle of Cé Lumière, promoting her second fragrance launched late last year.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 28 Feb. 2025
The Canadian prosecutor wanted a tough sentence (the minimum was seven years), arguing that the Rolling Stones’ lyrics promoted drug use.
—Jillian Sederholm, EW.com, 18 Feb. 2025
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Ruxandra Iordache,sophie Kiderlin, CNBC, 28 Feb. 2025
The Harvey Lofts website promotes spacious one-, two- and three-bedroom modern apartments offered at subsidized rates.
—Samantha Moilanen, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
Now, much like her GRAMMY’s trophies, the superstar turned into the golden bottle of Cé Lumière, promoting her second fragrance launched late last year.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 28 Feb. 2025
The Canadian prosecutor wanted a tough sentence (the minimum was seven years), arguing that the Rolling Stones’ lyrics promoted drug use.
—Jillian Sederholm, EW.com, 18 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for promote
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No matter what treatments or styles lie in store for your hair, the experience will be elevated by the subtly wafting aroma of their smolderingly exquisite fragrance.—
Jessica Ourisman,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Conceived with a day-to-night approach, the collection was elevated with asymmetric drapery, fringes and sequined appliqués, all enhanced by an earthy color palette with pink and purple touches.—
WWD,
WWD,
3 Mar. 2025
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Nope, although Google does encourage all users to switch from passwords and traditional 2FA to the use of passkeys, of course.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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Officials encourage Carolinians to stay informed through official emergency sources and call 911 to report any immediate threats.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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The Atlanta Fed believed the U.S. GDP was on track to grow throughout most of February, with estimates ranging from positive 2 to nearly 4 percent.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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But many others—including a significantly growing number of younger people—are giving up alcohol completely, or at least just being more mindful about it and drinking less.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
3 Mar. 2025
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The Oscars is not just a TV event for the company working to sell the commercials that support it.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
28 Feb. 2025
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Until that time, everyone at Lucid knows that no matter how many news stories the Sapphire can attract, the company simply needs to sell more vehicles.—
Michael Teo Van Runkle,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Fourteen percent will be upgraded to a faster standard, while 11 percent will have a slower standard.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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The cryptographic encryption protocols will need to be upgraded as will any system using encryption Policy and regulation of DePIN is currently pretty thin on the ground.—
Lawrence Wintermeyer,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Just like any other leadership competency, imagination can be cultivated and strengthened through intentional practice.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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But beyond O’Brien meeting with prominent GOP members and even cultivating a relationship with the president, his different approach is yielding results.—
Jeremiah Poff,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
7 Mar. 2025
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This diversity makes mezcal a deeply regional and artisanal product, closely tied to the land and the people who produce it.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Rebecca Durbin is producing, while the executive producer credits are shared by Damien Timmer, Sheena Bucktowonsing, James Prichard, Danielle Scott-Haughton, Robert Schildhouse, Stephen Nye and Jon Farrar.—
Etan Vlessing,
The Hollywood Reporter,
28 Feb. 2025
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Haack and Hall have publicized their messy split since Josh filed for divorce in July 2024.—
Janelle Ash,
Fox News,
27 Feb. 2025
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During the final three months of former President Joe Biden's administration, the CFPB uploaded and publicized a daily average of 10,609 complaints received by consumers.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Promote.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promote. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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