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encourage

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




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Existing knowledge is usually helpful, but it can sometimes encourage the wrong conclusion.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

However, he says it did encourage him to get his heart checked.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

It’s also personal, led by two actors who encourage the attendees to open up, to complete poems and to generally tune into their vulnerability.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Some online retailers may hesitate to tell customers when an item is in low supply, fearing it might encourage them to shop elsewhere or discourage them from buying anything else on the site.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

I wait for her to tell me it’s okay or encourage me to tell her how I’m feeling.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas




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