encourage
verb (used with object)
to inspire with courage, spirit, or confidence.
are encouraging
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present progressiveof encourage.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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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
Some states are encouraging State Farm customers to stay vigilant against fraud.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026
Although the multivitamin findings are encouraging, researchers emphasize that supplements should not be viewed as replacements for a balanced diet or regular physical activity.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026
“While still very early, booking trends for 2027 are encouraging and pacing ahead of historical levels, including for itineraries where demand was impacted by geopolitical developments this year,” Chief Financial Officer Naftali Holtz said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
The creation of the studio in the parsonage, a room the way Vincent wants it, is a sign that they are encouraging his work as an artist.
From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman
