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as in to sell
to provide publicity for
promoting a new line of toys based on the popular movie
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as in to elevate
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 to encourage
to help the growth or development of
a campaign promoting good dental hygiene
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as in to grow
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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Recent Examples of promote
On Sunday, the league posted a social media graphic promoting its doubleheader on NBC/Peacock.
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Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
The event was to promote land for sale in Israel.
—City News Service, Daily News, 18 May 2026
Brazilian Tourism Board Embratur and leading philanthropic initiative Projeto Paradiso have announced the three films selected for their inaugural Screen Brasil initiative, aimed at promoting Brazilian cinema internationally.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 18 May 2026
Frozen food manufacturer Ajinomoto Foods North America promoted Dave Gardner to its president and chief executive officer role, effective April 1.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
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Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
The event was to promote land for sale in Israel.
—City News Service, Daily News, 18 May 2026
Brazilian Tourism Board Embratur and leading philanthropic initiative Projeto Paradiso have announced the three films selected for their inaugural Screen Brasil initiative, aimed at promoting Brazilian cinema internationally.
—Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 18 May 2026
Frozen food manufacturer Ajinomoto Foods North America promoted Dave Gardner to its president and chief executive officer role, effective April 1.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for promote
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Officials allege the group sold the oil under false pretenses and used the profits to sustain and expand the original food fraud scheme.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
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It is being sold through Leslie McElwreath at Sotheby's International.—
Gillian Telling,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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Carragher acknowledged that Slot’s achievement in winning the Premier League in his first campaign elevated him to a level above what fellow Dutchman Ten Hag achieved in just over two years as Manchester United manager following his summer 2022 appointment, but the point stood.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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This matching set gives a sporty-chic vibe, thanks to contrast stripes along the sleeves, adding just enough detail to elevate it beyond your standard loungewear.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2026
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The sleek black straps instantly make the Birkenstock Arizona Softbed Birk-flo Sandals feel a little more sleek, while the roomy design encourages a more natural stride during long sightseeing days.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
22 May 2026
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Customer loyalty programs can be powerful tools for encouraging repeat business, deepening customer relationships and giving brands a more direct way to stay connected with their audiences.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Glittering nuptial celebrations are growing domestically, those in the industry say.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 May 2026
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Amid a wave of momentum for women’s sports, the PWHL’s ultimate goal was to grow to 12 franchises.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Long before the founding of the RIAA, awarding gold and silver record awards for hitting sales benchmarks was already a tradition among individual record companies to publicize their own success.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
20 May 2026
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But Auon’tai Anderson, a frequent attendee at Aurora City Council meetings and a critic of the city’s police department, said the department publicizing photos and names of suspects who haven’t been found guilty of a crime can gravely impact individuals’ futures.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
19 May 2026
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There aren’t many options for the Pistons to upgrade from someone his age, with his talent and frame.—
Hunter Patterson,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Take a style note from Meghan Markle and grab the Ofeefan V-Neck Lace-Sleeve T-Shirt to upgrade your wardrobe this summer.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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Picking a pineapple in Upcountry In the 1960s, Hawaii produced 80 percent of the world’s pineapple—the fruit was synonymous with the state—and on the slopes of Haleakala, Maui Gold Pineapple was queen, cultivating 10,000 acres of the sweetest fruit around.—
Laura Dannen Redman,
Robb Report,
14 May 2026
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Today, Fingerboard cultivates hemp, a type of cannabis that, unlike marijuana, is nonintoxicating and widely considered a wellness product.—
William Deffaa,
Baltimore Sun,
14 May 2026
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Nectar is a sweet, syrupy liquid produced in the blossoms, stems and leaves of many plants.—
Beth Botts,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Through the first two games of the Western Conference Finals, Spurs star Victor Wembanyama has produced numbers not seen at this stage of the postseason in roughly 50 years.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2026
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“Promote.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promote. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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