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as in bright
having qualities which inspire hope
a promising writer who just may write the great American novel someday
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2
as in encouraging
pointing toward a happy outcome
all the signs for the new business are promising
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as in vowing
to make a solemn declaration of intent
they promised to keep in touch with us after they moved away
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as in predicting
to show signs of a favorable or successful outcome
given the cast, the new sitcom promises to be an excellent show
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Recent Examples of promising
Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 10 June 2025
More promising are Southern Baptists’ baptism numbers — a key spiritual vital sign.
—Peter Smith, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2025
Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 3 Jan. 2025
While promising, these efforts are still in the pilot phase and are limited in scope.
—Steven Smith, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
The most promising films in development, which will be selected by an international jury, will also be eligible for the €20,000 Eurimages Co-Production Development Award.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 10 June 2025
More promising are Southern Baptists’ baptism numbers — a key spiritual vital sign.
—Peter Smith, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2025
Verb
Apple is hoping its iPhone 16 series, which was released in September, will help the company regain momentum in China, with the Cupertino, California, tech giant promising a host of new artificial intelligence features via its Apple Intelligence software.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 3 Jan. 2025
While promising, these efforts are still in the pilot phase and are limited in scope.
—Steven Smith, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for promising
Adjective
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The Princess wore a bright aquamarine woollen dress coat with ivory lapels and cuffs by Catherine Walker—a designer favored by Kate Middleton as much as Princess Diana—as well as wide-brimmed matching hat with a sculptural motif by Juliette Botterill.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
14 June 2025
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The dress featured white block trims against the bright blue.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
14 June 2025
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This direct and encouraging approach can counteract any hesitancy stemming from a lack of confidence and empower women to embrace competitive opportunities.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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And he was forever struck by the example of Peter’s family encouraging and challenging him — an approach that enabled Peter to work and ski and fish and live what Reid described as a normal life.—
Vahe Gregorian,
Kansas City Star,
6 June 2025
Verb
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The 49ers being the sixth favorite to win the Super Bowl next year seems insane and more based on past success rather than predicting future success.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
16 Mar. 2025
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Mapping features is not the same as fully predicting behavior.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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While dozens of legal challenges to DOGE and Trump administration actions make their way through the courts, Musk remained optimistic about the project's enduring legacy at his farewell press conference with Trump on May 30.—
Stephen Fowler,
NPR,
16 June 2025
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On Friday, head coach Javier Mascherano attempted to remain optimistic about his team’s chances to play a significant part in the tournament.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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Hinton, the son of former All-Pro lineman Chris Hinton, has favorable genes.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
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Flood watches are issued when conditions are favorable for flooding to notify residents to be prepared.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
Verb
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Domino’s Pizza Some crises can strike without warning with others can build and simmer over a period of time.—
Edward Segal,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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In retrospect, Johnson’s warning back on December 26 was apt.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Fans are hopeful that Roan will release a new album soon.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
9 June 2025
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Miguel Uribe Turbay, a Colombian senator and presidential hopeful, is in critical condition after being shot in the head at a campaign event in Bogotá on Saturday.—
Alfie Pannell,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2025
Verb
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Again, hinting that the physical movement is the important aspect of rhythmic priming.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Apr. 2025
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Per Booth, Seattle Kraken majority owner Samantha Holloway released a statement following news of the sale, hinting that her ownership group was interested in getting into the bidding to bring the Seattle SuperSonics back to town.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Promising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promising. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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