- present participle of hearten.
heartening
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"We didn't realise how wide the interest is; it's heartening to see that a lot of people care about this farm," said Hicks.
From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026
“It’s heartening that some governments are taking steps to put serious attention on these issues,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026
“One of the most heartening parts of this past year for me has been the outpouring of support I’ve received from women,” she declared in the video.
From Slate • May 6, 2026
Maximize the heartening and heartrending, and you’ll stand to maximize the viewer’s compassion, too.
From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026
The coffee was heartening and there was always a bun or a bologna sandwich to sustain her.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
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