encourage

Example Sentences

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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

What may most encourage investors is the strength of the March sales figure, which rose more than 45%, signaling an acceleration in growth during the first month of the Iran war.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

Policymakers can reduce barriers to nuclear development, encourage investment and build an energy system that is cleaner, more reliable and affordable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

"We host events to encourage people to consider a career... within the space industry," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

“My God, I would never do anything to encourage Saigon not to come to the table. We want them over in Paris, we’ve gotta get them to Paris, or you can’t have a peace.”

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin