encouragement

Example Sentences

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Instead of joyful encouragement, the clapping felt like desperation in the arena.

From Los Angeles Times

Mic Dangerously, who has become accustomed to encouragement working with youth.

From Los Angeles Times

“This has really breathed a sense of life and encouragement into the case and not just because they’re any photos, but I think they’re really useful photos,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times

But with his squad ravaged by injury, he called on the supporters to give their side the encouragement they need to dismiss fears of a relegation battle.

From Barron's

I asked, though the cloudless sky didn’t give much encouragement.

From Literature