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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
Digestive Support Turmeric helps stimulate bile production in the gallbladder, which promotes fat digestion.
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Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 8 Sep. 2025
According to the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), an independent, nonprofit organization that promotes press freedom worldwide, at least 197 journalists and media workers were killed during the war; 189 of them were Palestinians killed by Israel in Gaza.
—Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
His death cast a dark shadow over the annual nine-day event, which promotes community, art and self-expression in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2025
This approach eliminates the reliance on chemicals, promotes organic and regenerative farming techniques, and aims to increase yields while preserving the health of the land.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
The Trauma & Resilience Initiative (TRI) is a nonprofit organization that educates and promotes healing and resilience in individuals, families, organizations and communities.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Sep. 2025
The report will suggest that the pain-relieving medication is among the potential causes of autism, along with low levels of folate (a vitamin that promotes cell growth), according to the Wall Street Journal (WSJ).
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Let Grow promotes several different ways to build kids’ independence, usually through schools.
—Charlotte Alter, Time, 5 Sep. 2025
According to the study, HAR123 promotes a particularly advanced human trait called cognitive flexibility, or the ability to unlearn and replace previous knowledge.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 8 Sep. 2025
According to the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), an independent, nonprofit organization that promotes press freedom worldwide, at least 197 journalists and media workers were killed during the war; 189 of them were Palestinians killed by Israel in Gaza.
—Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
His death cast a dark shadow over the annual nine-day event, which promotes community, art and self-expression in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert.
—Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2025
This approach eliminates the reliance on chemicals, promotes organic and regenerative farming techniques, and aims to increase yields while preserving the health of the land.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
The Trauma & Resilience Initiative (TRI) is a nonprofit organization that educates and promotes healing and resilience in individuals, families, organizations and communities.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Sep. 2025
The report will suggest that the pain-relieving medication is among the potential causes of autism, along with low levels of folate (a vitamin that promotes cell growth), according to the Wall Street Journal (WSJ).
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Let Grow promotes several different ways to build kids’ independence, usually through schools.
—Charlotte Alter, Time, 5 Sep. 2025
According to the study, HAR123 promotes a particularly advanced human trait called cognitive flexibility, or the ability to unlearn and replace previous knowledge.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promotes
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This sheen and attention to detail elevates it above your traditional music biodoc.—
Caleb Hammond,
IndieWire,
4 Sep. 2025
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Prolonged screen sessions frequently coincide with a more sedentary lifestyle, which elevates the risk of muscle atrophy, eye strain, and cardiovascular complications.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
3 Sep. 2025
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Combined, the ingredients are a powerhouse that encourages surface skin cell turnover to give complexions an overall smooth, supple appearance.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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Through speculative thinking and the power of the arts, this collection encourages us to see ourselves outside of the constraints that persist today.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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Through the inevitable challenges of constant change, the bonds an entrepreneur cultivates in the present can prompt their greatest accomplishments in the near future.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Although the general manager of an MLB franchise constructs team rosters, executes player transactions, and makes critical personnel decisions, the field manager engages directly with players, fosters relationships, and cultivates team culture in the clubhouse.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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That could mean preserving the Seaquarium’s aquarium as an attraction while the Dolphin Company relocates or sells to competitors the dolphins, sea lions and other mammals that have long been the stars of the park.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
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In most estate sales, the trust has a fiduciary duty to maximize the value of its assets, which generally means the team sells to the highest qualified bidder.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Rothschild & Company Redburn upgrades Chipotle to buy from neutral The firm sees an attractive risk/reward for Chipotle.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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Apple typically upgrades its standard models with new processors and incremental improvements to the camera and battery life.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
26 Aug. 2025
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This model fosters creativity and responsiveness.—
Kathleen Hurley,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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An official press release about the conference fosters some suspense, only offering a sparse explanation about the discovery.—
Monisha Ravisetti,
Space.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Fragrant sumac Fragrant sumac is a smaller, sprawling variety that grows two to five feet tall.—
Chris McKeown,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Sep. 2025
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Perhaps your next door neighbor has a much fuller magnolia tree, or your acquaintance down the street grows dozens upon dozens of lovely roses.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
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Trump announces arrest of suspect Tyler Robinson As of Thursday night, the assassination suspect remained at large.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Sep. 2025
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Apple announces new iPhones and more.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Promotes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promotes. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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