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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
Dmytro Razumkov, Time, 16 Sep. 2025
Early research into the value of AI agents is enormously promising, with one McKinsey pilot study showing agents could reduce lead time by 90% and reduce administrative overhead time by 30%.
—Robbie Morrison, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
Though the results are promising, more research needs to be done before the treatment is available in a physical therapy clinic, Kolesar said.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Now, as global attitudes toward nuclear energy are shifting and the sector experiences a kind of renaissance, such cooperation would be especially promising.
—Dmytro Razumkov, Time, 16 Sep. 2025
Early research into the value of AI agents is enormously promising, with one McKinsey pilot study showing agents could reduce lead time by 90% and reduce administrative overhead time by 30%.
—Robbie Morrison, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Verb
Mads Claus Rasmussen | Afp | Getty Images Novo Nordisk on Wednesday flagged promising late-stage trial results for its new Cagrilinitide obesity treatment, as the Danish pharmaceutical giant seeks a next-generation alternative to its blockbuster Wegovy weight-loss drug.
—Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
Though the results are promising, more research needs to be done before the treatment is available in a physical therapy clinic, Kolesar said.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for promising
Adjective
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This week, a crescent moon will join, shining close to Jupiter before featuring in a rare close conjunction with Venus and bright star Regulus.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Even a half block away, the air smells sweet and bright, like seared shellfish, sharp vinegar, and the blistery green of sizzling herbs.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
14 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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However, Tottenham’s second-half performance was encouraging.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
21 Sep. 2025
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Additionally, the Royals got an encouraging report on right-handed starting pitcher Ryan Bergert.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
20 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Africa imports the vast majority of its refined fuels despite being a major oil producer, with leaders across the continent vowing in recent months to bolster their energy independence, including via renewable energy investments.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Memorials have been held in Washington, Arizona, and Utah, with Kirk's widow vowing to continue his work.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Joshua Rhett Miller,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Explore Fall, a website that provides resources and tools to track the changing colors of leaves, is predicting an earlier and quicker fall foliage peak for the millions of people looking to see this year's natural spectacle.—
Kyle Reiman,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
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Going to half yearly reporting might potentially lead to even more trading by hedge funds who are more interested in predicting near term stock price changes rather than long term fundamentals.—
Shivaram Rajgopal,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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That's why scientists are optimistic about the vaccine.—
Chandelis Duster,
NPR,
14 Sep. 2025
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The good news is that the Vols’ schedule looks pretty manageable by SEC standards, with plenty of optimistic takeaways available in this game.—
Jason Kirk,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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From the other side, wind has been shown to be less favorable than solar, and both of these renewables have the intermittency problem.—
Suwanna Gauntlett Upjohn,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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The technical case for small caps looks favorable as well.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher went on one of his bad-boy tirades during a performance at the 1996 show by swearing, wandering the stage and making lewd gestures during his brother Noel's guitar solo.—
Kate Hogan,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Davidson struggled but in adulthood found an advocate in his friend’s mother Dottie (Maxine Peake) and under the mentorship of Tommy (Peter Mullan), who saw through the uncontrollable ticks and swearing and gave him a job.—
Carole Horst,
Variety,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Trump ratcheted up the temperature Thursday by warning that the FCC might revoke licenses of broadcasters who criticize him, which would be a clear attempt by the government to suppress speech.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
19 Sep. 2025
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The National Tsunami Warning Center had issued the advisory, the second highest level tsunami warning, for the Western Aleutian Islands between Amchitka Pass and Attu.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Promising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promising. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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