empower

Example Sentences

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Besides that, more women are now feeling empowered to make decisions about their body "without apology", she tells the BBC.

From BBC

But rather than depict a childhood of adversity, her paintings empower the kids within them to claim their own space, imbuing her memories with strength and light.

From Los Angeles Times

At the same time, Gershon had observed that young women weren’t feeling empowered to advocate for themselves in their personal relationships and workplaces.

From Los Angeles Times

The statement didn’t mention the goal of regime change or the prospect of empowering the country’s long-suffering opposition.

From The Wall Street Journal

“It’s raunchy, and hilarious without being just joke-punchline, and empowering, and you leave feeling like you got a glimpse into who she is.”

From Los Angeles Times