Example Sentences

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"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

The success on digital is an encouraging sign for the program’s ability to attract younger viewers who don’t watch traditional talent.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

The London-listed online trading platform had a strong headline number and the 30% year-on-year growth in net investing revenue looks encouraging, he says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

One of the most encouraging developments has come out of Australia, where renewable energy now generates enough power to run 70 percent of Australian homes.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler