embolden

Example Sentences

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And compared to previous incidents, the US response to the latest spat "has been muted so far, which may embolden China", said Lin and Govella.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

An emphatic victory for Takaichi and her Liberal Democratic Party would cement her grip on power and embolden her to pursue her vision of revitalizing Japan’s economy and raising stagnant incomes with aggressive fiscal spending.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

The question is whether it will embolden Washington as it seeks effective control of infrastructure assets owned or controlled by Chinese companies.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

We can’t help but embolden him with our interest.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 13, 2025

This would embolden her husband, she was certain.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers