encourage
verb (used with object)
to inspire with courage, spirit, or confidence.
Example Sentences
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“There are encouraging signs of rising demand for AI-related tech goods and rising equipment demand thanks to higher defense spending,” said Chris Williamson, chief business economist at S&P Global Market Intelligence.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
Royal Mail said the results are "encouraging and show that the work we are doing to improve the service is having an impact".
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
Harbaugh was understandably subdued, especially on the heels of a more encouraging performance in a preseason opener at Houston.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
Bejar is the first witness to take the stand and has argued that the company prioritized profits over safety by encouraging people to spend more and more time on Facebook and Instagram.
From Barron's ● Aug. 19, 2026
The only encouraging event was the reappearance of Masvita’s menstruation.
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
