encouragingly

Example Sentences

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By lying encouragingly, “Sure, pal, you can do anything you want to!”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Most encouragingly for the asset class, was that last year also brought about the first net inflows for hedge funds in a long while.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 30, 2026

Plus, Twilio recently increased its prices, which encouragingly didn’t cause many customers to move to competitors.

From Barron's • Dec. 4, 2025

Nevertheless, the upturn looks encouragingly broad-based for now, Williamson added.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

“Well,” said Harry, glancing at Hermione, who nodded encouragingly, “it’s about that symbol you were wearing around your neck at Bill and Fleur’s wedding, Mr. Lovegood. We wondered what it meant.”

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling