Example Sentences

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Analysts and policymakers have long warned that Canada’s dependence on the U.S. market could be a liability and they have encouraged diversification.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

One source of influence here may be China, whose leaders have encouraged them to continue negotiating with the Americans.

From Slate • May 7, 2026

That more positive mood music, and the thunderous applause in this chamber, will have encouraged the UK delegation that a corner could be turned.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Prediction markets have encouraged betting on almost any topic.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Because if that was the case, he would have encouraged me to fill my cup all the way.

From "Thirteen Reasons Why" by Jay Asher