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as in elevates
to move higher in rank or position
the navy promoted her to captain for her record of outstanding performance
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as in encourages
to help the growth or development of
a campaign promoting good dental hygiene
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as in cultivates
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
spends all her time now promoting her new business
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as in sells
to provide publicity for
promoting a new line of toys based on the popular movie
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Recent Examples of promotes
Company leaders would benefit from understanding that developing EQ skills, such as empathy, self-awareness, decision-making and providing feedback, not only promotes the well-being of the employees, but also directly impacts productivity and the bottom line.
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Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Illinois Venturing to Chicago for holiday cheer is ideal as the city’s design promotes walkability and convenience.
—Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
Challenges can become opportunities, and the ability to tackle them with optimization promotes resilience.
—Jason Walker, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
The Federal Railroad Administration, an agency under the Department of Transportation, promotes safety, reliability and efficiency of rail transportation.
—Gabrielle M. Etzel, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 21 Dec. 2024
Such role flexibility promotes a more equitable distribution of responsibilities and a deeper sense of teamwork.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Every element revolves around being as close to nature as possible; which, it is believed, promotes longevity and a stronger immune system.
—Brett Braley, Robb Report, 21 Dec. 2024
This promotes your visibility in a subtle yet effective manner.
—Nicole Lipkin, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The candle’s delicious yet subtle aroma creates a warm environment that promotes tranquility.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Illinois Venturing to Chicago for holiday cheer is ideal as the city’s design promotes walkability and convenience.
—Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
Challenges can become opportunities, and the ability to tackle them with optimization promotes resilience.
—Jason Walker, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
The Federal Railroad Administration, an agency under the Department of Transportation, promotes safety, reliability and efficiency of rail transportation.
—Gabrielle M. Etzel, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 21 Dec. 2024
Such role flexibility promotes a more equitable distribution of responsibilities and a deeper sense of teamwork.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Every element revolves around being as close to nature as possible; which, it is believed, promotes longevity and a stronger immune system.
—Brett Braley, Robb Report, 21 Dec. 2024
This promotes your visibility in a subtle yet effective manner.
—Nicole Lipkin, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The candle’s delicious yet subtle aroma creates a warm environment that promotes tranquility.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promotes
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True partner marketing requires unique positioning that elevates the partnership to more than the sum of its parts.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Why Year-End Feedback Matters The end of the year is a natural time for reflection, but feedback elevates that reflection into actionable growth.Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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None feels authentic, at least until a messy affair with the unsettling, slightly feral Samuel (Harris Dickinson) encourages her to try out a kind of role-play that’s wholly new.Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
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To stay alert, AAA encourages drivers to take breaks every two hours or 100 miles.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Leaders must communicate a compelling vision that not only draws in top talent, but also cultivates a workplace culture that supports long-term engagement.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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By fostering an environment where team members feel valued and heard, Tesla cultivates a culture of accountability and excellence.Wayne Yu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Today, the grocery chain Kroger sells nearly 3 million gallons of the drink each year.Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
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In China, the LFS sells at a starting price of 38,800 Yuan.New Atlas, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
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Research highlights that taking intentional breaks fosters well-being, improves performance, and enhances long-term decision-making.Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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This culture of experimentation not only fosters originality but also empowers teams to challenge conventions and explore new solutions with confidence.Rhea Wessel, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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However, there is a fundamental challenge in quantum computing space, as an increasing number of errors arise as the system grows in complexity with a higher number of qubits.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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There isn't much that grows in the barren ground here, but Taleb points out fledgling mint, garlic and potato plants.Jane Arraf, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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As Daniel announces a controversial plan to install a lavatory in the church, dividing his town, the cousin to Champton’s patron Bernard de Floures is found dead at the back of the church, stabbed in the neck with a pair of secateurs.Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 19 Dec. 2024
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That lengthy description, which appears on the dust jacket as well as the title page, simply announces the multitudes contained within.William F. Buckley Jr., National Review, 19 Dec. 2024
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Anyone can vote on the pieces Botto produces for free, Hudson said.Lucy Handley, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
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According to Michigan Grown, a coalition of farmers and agribusinesses in the state, Michigan produces 68 million pounds of fresh cucumbers, totaling $15 million in sales in 2016.Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
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