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heartening

ADJECTIVE
encouraging
Synonyms


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“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

That said, it was heartening to witness the first-ever Oscar for best casting, which went to “One Battle After Another” casting director Cassandra Kulukundis.

From Salon • Mar. 16, 2026

While Johnson said the outpouring for the family is heartening, others say they have been left uneasy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

Also heartening to Wall Street, Southwest’s outlook for the current quarter included impacts from the severe winter storm that swept the U.S. over the weekend.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 29, 2026

“They are more heartening and acceptable during times of stress.”

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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