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as in elevates
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 encourages
to help the growth or development of
a campaign promoting good dental hygiene
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as in cultivates
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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as in sells
to provide publicity for
promoting a new line of toys based on the popular movie
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Recent Examples of promotes
Fiber helps support digestive health, promotes fullness, and may contribute to healthier blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
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Kathleen Ferraro,
Verywell Health,
1 July 2026
The Roots 101 African American Museum promotes an understanding and appreciation of the achievements, contributions, and experiences of African Americans using exhibits, programs, and art, as does the Muhammad Ali Center.
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Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Kris Wusterhausen, founder of The Resurge Clinic, a wellness and longevity clinic in Texas, which promotes peptides.
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Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
30 June 2026
High Heat And Humidity Moisture promotes the growth of mold, mildew, and bacteria.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
Venezuelan government promotes its efforts Facing criticism that authorities have done too little, too slowly, government officials aggressively promoted their recovery and rescue efforts.
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Juan Pablo Arraez,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
Venezuelan government promotes its efforts Facing criticism that authorities have done too little, too slowly, government officials promoted their recovery and rescue efforts on social and state-run media.
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Juan Pablo Arraez,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
The Anua moisturizer combines the powers of PDRN, which promotes cell regeneration, 10 different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid, which deeply hydrate the skin, and hydrolyzed collagen, which helps to smooth and firm.
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Emma Greene,
InStyle,
28 June 2026
Critics argued the required reading list promotes Christianity over religious diversity and civil rights while blurring the constitutional separation of church and state.
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Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2026
Kathleen Ferraro,
Verywell Health,
1 July 2026
The Roots 101 African American Museum promotes an understanding and appreciation of the achievements, contributions, and experiences of African Americans using exhibits, programs, and art, as does the Muhammad Ali Center.
—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Kris Wusterhausen, founder of The Resurge Clinic, a wellness and longevity clinic in Texas, which promotes peptides.
—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
30 June 2026
High Heat And Humidity Moisture promotes the growth of mold, mildew, and bacteria.
—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
Venezuelan government promotes its efforts Facing criticism that authorities have done too little, too slowly, government officials aggressively promoted their recovery and rescue efforts.
—
Juan Pablo Arraez,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
Venezuelan government promotes its efforts Facing criticism that authorities have done too little, too slowly, government officials promoted their recovery and rescue efforts on social and state-run media.
—
Juan Pablo Arraez,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
The Anua moisturizer combines the powers of PDRN, which promotes cell regeneration, 10 different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid, which deeply hydrate the skin, and hydrolyzed collagen, which helps to smooth and firm.
—
Emma Greene,
InStyle,
28 June 2026
Critics argued the required reading list promotes Christianity over religious diversity and civil rights while blurring the constitutional separation of church and state.
—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promotes
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The black-eyed peas blended with garlic, tahini, and lemon makes for a smoky, zesty, and bright dish that elevates a standard hummus.
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That insight elevates the conversation beyond economics, technology, and even education.
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Valentine also testified that the FDA encourages infant formula companies to send in all adverse event reports and that nothing prevented Mead Johnson from doing so.
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Kalibrate’s program, according to the lawsuit, encourages gas stations to upload private price data.
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This unique mindset, developed through setbacks and balancing a demanding tech career with elite cricket, demonstrates that profound inner work cultivates the awareness needed to perceive opportunities.
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Buddha offers an egalitarian path to enlightenment; Confucius codifies a religion of learning; Augustine infuses Christianity with Plato and Aristotle; Martin Luther shifts spirituality inward; Duns Scotus separates belief from knowledge; William of Ockham cultivates equality under the law.
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SparkHouse’s cafe and bar is open to the public and sells tea, coffee (try the honey matcha latte), wine, beer cocktails and small bites.
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Tractor Supply sells a wide variety of items, including grills, lawn mowers, ammunition, clothing, tools, gardening products, ATVs, horse saddles, kayaks and live chicks.
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Seaport upgrades Warner Bros Discovery to buy from neutral Seaport said deal risks with Paramount appear lower now.
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Mesaros detailed his experience with his smart glasses at AWS’ New York summit last week, where the company unveiled the coding phone app, upgrades to its AI assistant, and a product that detects and fixes code vulnerabilities.
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Given those 3,460 acres and the New Zealand government’s priority agenda to preserve and protect the nation’s indigenous cultures and landscape, this is a proposition that fosters opportunity without endangerment.
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Still, what an enviable thing to toil in a righteous cause, and to act with such certainty that humane education fosters freedom.
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All the chairs are light enough to move around easily, as the group of guests grows and migrates.
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The count of executive chairs grows slowly while the value concentrated in each one climbs.
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For those determined to wrap an actual object, gifting experts say the trick is to avoid anything that merely announces its own price tag.
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Continue reading … RADICAL — DeSantis announces plans to use new state law to target dozens of alleged terrorist groups.
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“Promotes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promotes. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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