as in promotes
to help the growth or development of
she worked hard to further her operatic career
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Recent Examples of furthers
The interpretation is largely concerned with using the money in a way that furthers official duties, not personal use.
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Natalie La Roche Pietri, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
None of these are good ideas; nothing in this deal furthers the education of students.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
The first-look deal, which covers all of Sony’s film labels, furthers Lipovsky and Stein’s relationship with the studio.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 9 Apr. 2026
At the 100 Best, 85% of employees say training and development furthers them professionally, making innovation opportunities 87% more likely.
—Michael Bush, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2026
That furthers the parties’ mutual interest in a possible reunion, although any signing would have to be preceded by a workout.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026
That was the lowest level since May 25, 2024, and furthers a trend in which employers have been reluctant to cut staff even while hiring has remained anemic.
—Sean Conlon,lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
Acquiring an elite-level point producer such as Artemi Panarin and signing him to a pricey two-year extension furthers that, but the cost wasn’t exorbitant.
—The Athletic Nhl Staff, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2026
The elevation of mediocre texts has the advantage of continuing a conversation, at least, while the banning of texts, in its shadow-play projection of crude bigotries onto a public stage, furthers repressive silence.
—Literary Hub, 19 Feb. 2026
Natalie La Roche Pietri, Miami Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
None of these are good ideas; nothing in this deal furthers the education of students.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
The first-look deal, which covers all of Sony’s film labels, furthers Lipovsky and Stein’s relationship with the studio.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 9 Apr. 2026
At the 100 Best, 85% of employees say training and development furthers them professionally, making innovation opportunities 87% more likely.
—Michael Bush, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2026
That furthers the parties’ mutual interest in a possible reunion, although any signing would have to be preceded by a workout.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026
That was the lowest level since May 25, 2024, and furthers a trend in which employers have been reluctant to cut staff even while hiring has remained anemic.
—Sean Conlon,lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
Acquiring an elite-level point producer such as Artemi Panarin and signing him to a pricey two-year extension furthers that, but the cost wasn’t exorbitant.
—The Athletic Nhl Staff, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2026
The elevation of mediocre texts has the advantage of continuing a conversation, at least, while the banning of texts, in its shadow-play projection of crude bigotries onto a public stage, furthers repressive silence.
—Literary Hub, 19 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for furthers
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School gardening also promotes an increase in vegetable consumption.—
Shelley Mitchell,
The Conversation,
23 Apr. 2026
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Heat Dairy and non-dairy yogurts are made through a fermentation process that promotes the growth of certain beneficial bacterial strains.—
Heidi Moawad,
Verywell Health,
23 Apr. 2026
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The council also encourages Gary leadership to participate in any IURC proceedings and asks for the Indiana General Assembly to biannually review utility delivery charge actions and pursue reforms.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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Channeling Abbie Hoffman, Tolentino encourages people to steal from her own employer, The New Yorker, but does not explain which high crimes David Remnick has committed to earn this comeuppance.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
24 Apr. 2026
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This open-mindedness naturally cultivates a more constructive atmosphere, as curiosity encourages exploration and discovery rather than stagnation or resistance.—
Rebecca Ahmed,
Big Think,
22 Apr. 2026
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Exposure to museums, live performances and visual arts connects youngsters to the cultural community and cultivates future creatives.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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Research shows that celebrating even small wins releases dopamine in the brains of team members, maintains motivation, and fosters a sense of achievement.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Apr. 2026
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Critical thinking fosters being curious about the world, and that is very helpful for motivation and engagement.—
Kara Alaimo,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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Ultimately, leading with love or care in the workplace nurtures a culture of empathy, compassion, and authenticity, driving organizational success and fostering a sense of purpose and fulfillment among team members.—
Rebecca Ahmed,
Big Think,
22 Apr. 2026
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The diary writing nurtures an internal life by giving oxygen to what previously had been ephemeral, easily self-mocked as inappropriate, or troubling.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Apr. 2026
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