encouragement
Example Sentences
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At the desk is a copy of a note of encouragement that former President George W. Bush left inside the desk for Obama for his first day on the job.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
As in North Carolina, the Ohio agents were getting encouragement from prosecutors, including Kenneth Parker, the then-U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Ohio.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
Dodgers starter Emmet Sheehan shared some words of encouragement with the catcher and patted him on the back.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
It creates the wealth that lets us push our way past our constant failures of personal compassion, sympathy and encouragement, so that those who don’t win are fed and housed and can live.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
“My dear, you do not understand me. This is a matter of mere common politeness and good-breeding, and has nothing to do with any encouragement to people to marry.”
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
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