encourage

Example Sentences

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Even if we have a couple of similarities, there’s no need to encourage conversation.

From Literature

She encouraged anyone with information on her mother’s location to contact the Pima County Sheriff’s Department.

From Los Angeles Times

New federal dietary guidelines that encourage eating more animal protein could be a boon for Tyson, King said.

From Barron's

Looking ahead: “This is an encouraging report but hesitate to say it is the start of a trend,” said Oren Klachkin, financial market economist at Nationwide.

From MarketWatch

Then they’re encouraged to light a candle and meditate on positive intentions they want to bring into their lives.

From Los Angeles Times