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as in promotes
to help the growth or development of
the head librarian firmly declared that it is indeed the duty of local government to foster learning and a love of reading
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as in nurtures
to bring to maturity through care and education
a greathearted couple fostering two adopted children as well as three more of their own
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Recent Examples of fosters
This collaborative approach not only elevates AI output quality but also fosters critical thinking, enhancing user proficiency across various domains.
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Aytekin Tank,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Props, too, to director of photography Tyson Perkins for cloaking it with moody shadows that fosters its creepy feel.
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Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
Beyond cognitive benefits, participants say the class fosters a sense of accomplishment.
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Lauren Pastrana,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
The Moroccan American Council fosters cultural traditions and community spirit, and the South Florida chapter formed after Morocco opened a consulate in Miami two years ago, one of just two in the United States, along with New York City.
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Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
14 June 2026
There’s a gaping need for a Christianity whose posture toward the world is more irenic and charitable, far less anxious and fear-driven—one that cultivates curiosity, including toward those outside the faith, and fosters a deep longing for knowledge and understanding.
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Peter Wehner,
The Atlantic,
10 June 2026
While not every nursing home fosters a neglectful or abusive environment, these conditions can thrive at facilities that are understaffed.
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Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
9 June 2026
Research suggests that preparing food together naturally fosters teamwork and trust, while creating opportunities for physical touch and moments of cooperation that often get lost in the rush of daily life.
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Mark Travers,
CNBC,
7 June 2026
The shift also fosters local partnerships.
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Charlotte Observer,
3 June 2026
Aytekin Tank,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Props, too, to director of photography Tyson Perkins for cloaking it with moody shadows that fosters its creepy feel.
—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
Beyond cognitive benefits, participants say the class fosters a sense of accomplishment.
—
Lauren Pastrana,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
The Moroccan American Council fosters cultural traditions and community spirit, and the South Florida chapter formed after Morocco opened a consulate in Miami two years ago, one of just two in the United States, along with New York City.
—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
14 June 2026
There’s a gaping need for a Christianity whose posture toward the world is more irenic and charitable, far less anxious and fear-driven—one that cultivates curiosity, including toward those outside the faith, and fosters a deep longing for knowledge and understanding.
—
Peter Wehner,
The Atlantic,
10 June 2026
While not every nursing home fosters a neglectful or abusive environment, these conditions can thrive at facilities that are understaffed.
—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
9 June 2026
Research suggests that preparing food together naturally fosters teamwork and trust, while creating opportunities for physical touch and moments of cooperation that often get lost in the rush of daily life.
—
Mark Travers,
CNBC,
7 June 2026
The shift also fosters local partnerships.
—
Charlotte Observer,
3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fosters
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Fiber helps support digestive health, promotes fullness, and may contribute to healthier blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
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The Roots 101 African American Museum promotes an understanding and appreciation of the achievements, contributions, and experiences of African Americans using exhibits, programs, and art, as does the Muhammad Ali Center.
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The advent of artificial intelligence is giving a new shine to a liberal arts education, which career experts say nurtures the skills valued by employers as AI increasingly changes the workplace.
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The song references having a safe space to express yourself and that is what Pride represents - a community that protects and nurtures its own.
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Valentine also testified that the FDA encourages infant formula companies to send in all adverse event reports and that nothing prevented Mead Johnson from doing so.
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Kalibrate’s program, according to the lawsuit, encourages gas stations to upload private price data.
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At present, the union is pushing for 11% raises each year for three years — a proposal that the CSU has not yet responded to.
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This close work between the private entity – usually Google – and law enforcement throughout the geofence warrant process raises significant privacy and civil liberties concerns.
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This unique mindset, developed through setbacks and balancing a demanding tech career with elite cricket, demonstrates that profound inner work cultivates the awareness needed to perceive opportunities.
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Buddha offers an egalitarian path to enlightenment; Confucius codifies a religion of learning; Augustine infuses Christianity with Plato and Aristotle; Martin Luther shifts spirituality inward; Duns Scotus separates belief from knowledge; William of Ockham cultivates equality under the law.
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Wet clothing doesn’t cause UTIs, but staying in wet clothing, which breeds more moisture and bacteria, does.
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With age comes experience, however, and Arteta will have a good feel for the influence that breeds.
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L'Occitane en Provence Almond Shimmering Body Oil A silky oil that nourishes skin while adding a subtle, refined luminosity that never feels sticky.
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If costs wobble, choose sturdy materials and skip extras, because reliability brings lasting ease that nourishes home life.
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