promote
verb (used with object)
to help or encourage to exist or flourish; further.
have promoted
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present perfectof promote.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Kalshi has taken a hard line against insider trading, while Barron’s has previously reported that Polymarket social media accounts have promoted instances of potential insider trading occurring on Polymarket.
From Barron's ● Mar. 12, 2026
Their financial incentive is clear, especially if there are certain records that, if disclosed, would complicate the “survivor” narrative these lawyers have promoted.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 4, 2026
Since the Communist Party won control of mainland China in 1949, only four Central Committee plenums have promoted 10 or more alternates to full membership, including this week’s conclave, according to party records.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2025
Recently, however, company officials have promoted a new restart plan that could avoid California oversight.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2025
Plus, I believe that her mother might have promoted the friendship.
From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly
