encouraged
Example Sentences
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“Anyone who hasn’t received a 2025-26 dose, or is due for the second dose, is encouraged to get vaccinated now, before the next COVID-19 surge,” according to a slide in Pan’s presentation to health professionals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
Particularly damaging has been the combination of a private real-estate market and fiscal policies that encouraged local governments to borrow heavily against future land revenue.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
But the analysts said they were encouraged by the tech giant’s customer diversification, with nine $1 billion customers this year compared to four last year, and its focus on diversifying its product offerings.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 12, 2026
People were encouraged to enjoy the rare event safely by using certified eclipse glasses or handheld solar viewers.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
She had always encouraged me to make friends with people my own age, even if they lived in my phone or video game.
From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows
