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encourage

/ɛnˈkɝɪdʒ/ · 9 letters · 8 distinct letters

  1. verb

    contribute to the progress or growth of

    I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom

  2. verb

    inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to

  3. verb

    spur on

    His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife

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