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It is leavening and deepening to be with memories of the greats, says Bill.

From Time Magazine Archive

To keep itchy fingers off those dials, the network is leavening its offerings with lighter fare.

From Time Magazine Archive

As a sect this denomination is small, but the leaven of Unitarianism is leavening Christendom.

From The Work Of Christ Past, Present and Future by Gaebelein, Arno Clemens

That is true," Hilda answered, "as to his direct influence; but don't you think, indirectly, he is leavening England?

From Hilda Wade, a Woman with Tenacity of Purpose by Allen, Grant

It is leavening society indeed, and remodelling the world, even while it is practically overlooked by politicians or experiencing evil treatment from them.

From Inspiration and Interpretation Seven Sermons Preached Before the University of Oxford by Burgon, John William