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encourage

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




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"Encourage more North Sea investment, reduce the windfall tax, and that would encourage businesses to invest in the north east," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Encourage AI-enhanced expertise among professionals: Humans will, for the foreseeable future, remain central for complex decision-making, ethical oversight and creative direction.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 6, 2026

Güllich says there’s a key takeaway: Encourage kids to pursue a variety of interests rather than specializing early.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025

The ultimate goal: Encourage people to start walking, have fun and stop stressing.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2024

Encourage a young author, I know it will be your interest. 2d Play.

From Three Hours after Marriage by Arbuthnot, John




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