Example Sentences

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Brisk inflation and widespread labour shortages are emboldening unions in Germany and elsewhere in Europe to demand double-digit wage hikes this year.

From Reuters • Mar. 11, 2023

Record occupancy rates are emboldening landlords with single-family homes to hike rents aggressively, testing the limits of booming demand for suburban rentals.

From Washington Post • May 7, 2021

She complained about the fact that her motives have been questioned by the media — and claimed that criticisms of her are emboldening the jihadists.

From Salon • May 8, 2015

“These laws are emboldening mobs and the long prison sentences are making it harder to flee and get protection.”

From Washington Post • Mar. 10, 2014

Card users said companies like FlipMe! and Cheek’d are emboldening them to approach people who might otherwise have been missed connections.

From New York Times • Jul. 21, 2010