encourage
verb (used with object)
to inspire with courage, spirit, or confidence.
is encouraging
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present progressiveof encourage (3rd person singular).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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"When we used both drugs, we reversed a significant portion of gene expression changes that occur in the tumors, which is encouraging," said Will Storck, Ph.D.,
From Science Daily ● Sep. 8, 2026
Charlotte Davies, career expert at LinkedIn, says while there is still progress to be made "the direction of travel is encouraging".
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2026
It is encouraging everyone, including wealthy entrepreneurs, to invest overseas via closed-loop systems.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
Gerstner is encouraging by example, too: He said he would donate up to $100 million or so to provide $250 to each child under 5 in Indiana.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
“A good teacher is encouraging, Selena,” her mom said, taking my hand.
From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez
