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encourage

[en-kur-ij, -kuhr-] / ɛnˈkɜr ɪdʒ, -ˈkʌr- /




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Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar urged all sides to uphold the fragile ceasefire and said they would continue their efforts to encourage dialogue - sentiments being echoed in other concerned capitals.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Pockets of chalk, clay and greensand encourage an exuberant spread of botanical life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

It fits the current policy mood: support domestic demand, encourage local brands, develop services, and cultivate new categories of consumption without relying on another old-style property stimulus.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

I would encourage you to get more clarity from your co-worker on the terms of their marriage, and exactly how open and honest they and their wife have been with each other.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

We planned to launch a foundation as well, one whose mission would be to encourage and embolden a new generation of leaders.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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