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furthering

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noun

furthering

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verb

present participle of further

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for furthering
Noun
  • This is Putin’s war, launched and sustained in furtherance of his expansionist desires, which rest on a nostalgia for an imperial Russia and the might of the Soviet Union.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 15 Mar. 2025
  • At the hearing, Mangione pleaded not guilty to the 11 charges against him in New York, including first-degree murder in furtherance of terrorism.
    Lorena O'Neil, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Each film is an immersive experience, taking viewers behind the scenes and under the surface of the sea, revealing the dangers these marine environments face, promoting ocean literacy and championing change.
    Luisa Zargani, WWD, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Fans booed everything from a Netflix mention to Hogan promoting Real American Beer, which Hogan owns alongside minority owner WWE.
    Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • In a stunning display of technological advancement, China's Unitree Robotics has unveiled its latest feat, a humanoid robot that can perform kung fu moves with astonishing precision and balance.
    Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
  • In the 2000s, advancements in DNA sequencing led to a swell of genetic research that found that about two-thirds of those familial cases are connected to a handful of genetic mutations.
    Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 23 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Unfortunately, current leadership isn’t fostering a new narrative or encouraging positive change.
    Jennifer Guzman, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2025
  • The recent record highs in the S&P 500 were partly driven by optimism that the Federal Reserve would continue cutting interest rates through 2025, making borrowing cheaper and encouraging economic activity.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Starmer convened the meeting, the second in two weeks, as a means of helping Ukraine in the face of a change of approach by the U.S., following the return of Trump, as well as gauging support for any future possible peacekeeping mission.
    Pan Pylas, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2025
  • The director of Voice of America said that more than 1,300 journalists, producers and support staff have been placed on administrative leave following Donald Trump‘s executive order to dismantle the U.S. Agency for Global Media.
    Ted Johnson, Deadline, 15 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Navigating the post-holiday period requires a delicate balance of acknowledging the emotional challenges while simultaneously cultivating a positive, proactive mindset that transforms potential workplace anxiety into an opportunity for personal and professional growth.
    Jack Kelly, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • In any event, this is a green light to start cultivating your seeds of intention and manifesting toward a bigger vision.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Vandersloot becomes the first player in Division I history — men or women — to record 2,000 points and 1,000 assists in a career. 2014 — Mercer pulls off the biggest upset in the men’s NCAA tournament by knocking off Duke 78-71 in the second round.
    Austin Knoblauch, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Sears had a double-double with 22 points and 10 assists, while Omoruyi added 17 points on perfect 8-for-8 shooting.
    Ryan Canfield, Fox News, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The key is empowering your managers with the tools and resources to thrive while also fostering a culture of trust, ownership and adaptability.
    Matthew Conlin, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • These might include finishing a specific project, developing a certain skill or fostering better team collaboration.
    Jack Kelly, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Furthering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furthering. Accessed 29 Mar. 2025.

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