Example Sentences

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China has discouraged its nationals from travelling to Japan, citing deteriorating public security and criminal acts against Chinese nationals in the country.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

Beijing has discouraged Chinese companies that invest abroad from transferring key know-how, such as in the production of iPhones and batteries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 6, 2025

But when younger researchers have asked to join, she has discouraged them from doing so.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2025

As Fema prepares for Hurricane Milton, it has described misinformation about its response as "extremely damaging" and believes this has discouraged some survivors from seeking help.

From BBC • Oct. 7, 2024

The difficulty of investigating the merits of the numerous candidates, or even of becoming familiar with their names, has discouraged many from voting.

From Problems in American Democracy by Williamson, Thames Ross