encouraging

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They alleged she violated her duty and responsibility as a faculty member by directing and encouraging students to violate university policies that regulate free speech on campus and promote diversity and equal opportunity.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

China also successfully began encouraging global firms, including U.S. banks, to issue bonds in its currency.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2026

Early and ongoing research continues to produce encouraging results.

From Science Daily • Jun. 23, 2026

Plus, China has been encouraging investment in its stock market rather than real estate, which is still reeling from speculative excesses and Beijing’s crackdown.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

On Tuesday morning when the mayor met again with Floyd McKissick and the student leaders he had encouraging news.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson