encouraging

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Dr Marie Spreckley, an expert from Cambridge University who was not involved in the research, said the findings were promising but should be viewed as "encouraging early evidence" rather than definitive proof of clinical benefit.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

“We’re encouraging people to spread out and support independent businesses rather than all going to one place and demolishing the kitchen.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

"It's been encouraging to see the survival rates for breast cancer improve over recent decades, and we'd love to see the same gains in prevention."

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026

What AI appears to be doing for now is slightly reducing the need for companies to fill or keep certain jobs — while encouraging others to hire more people.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Townshend replied with encouraging words, trying not to show his pessimism.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow