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as in developing
to come to have gradually
cultivated a taste for opera in order to fit in with his new circle of friends
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as in promoting
to help the growth or development of
cultivated a passion for learning among his students over the years
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as in growing
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
in an attempt to produce New World counterparts of the wines that he had enjoyed in Europe, Jefferson cultivated several varieties of grapes at Monticello
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as in harvesting
to work by plowing, sowing, and raising crops on
we ought to cultivate the field out back
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Recent Examples of cultivating
A number of the new bishops came from the ranks of Opus Dei, which had been cultivating a presence in the country for decades.
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Paul Elie, New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2026
Being a reader means cultivating a relationship with the world that, by most standards, can seem pointless and counterproductive.
—Adam Kirsch, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2026
Because of our natural negativity bias, in which the brain tends to notice threats or problems more quickly than positive events, parents benefit from cultivating self-awareness and engaging in deliberate practice to ensure positive interactions are not overshadowed by moments of correction.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 1 Jan. 2026
Berkshire never split its stock, discouraging speculation and cultivating a shareholder base oriented toward decades rather than quarters.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 1 Jan. 2026
Each album above has pushed limits in its genre, cultivating a fan base that is obsessed with something new.
—Rolling Stone, 29 Dec. 2025
In a world that rarely slows down, cultivating a sense of calm at home has become more important than ever.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2025
Far from being mere idle chit-chat, small talk proves to be an invaluable ally in cultivating social health—a precious virtue in a world where hyperconnection increasingly isolates us from one another.
—Jeanne Ballion, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2025
In a 2017 oral history of the notorious scene, One Tree Hill creator Mark Schwahn recalled that the origins of the scene lay in the idea of cultivating some sympathy for the villainous Dan.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cultivating
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Sensory design has played an enormous role in developing this new identity for the bathroom, and the 2026 NKBA Bath Trends Report shows that numerous sensory trends are expected to continue gaining mainstream traction.—
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While developing a proposal for Arrowhead, LeVota said, the county plans to reach out to business district leaders and business owners near the stadium, along with potential outside entities with development expertise.—
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The core purpose of Taste Addison – promoting Addison's 200+ restaurants – will be reenvisioned to include new, year-round options to support and elevate North Texas' most vibrant dining hub.—
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Still, the district put full faith in its current coaches, promoting from within.—
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The companies say the design addresses a growing challenge in autonomous vehicle interiors, where traditional steering systems become unnecessary and restrict cabin space.—
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The vines climb to about 6 feet tall, growing vigorously even through summer heat.—
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By the late 19th century, colonists were harvesting tons of guano from these caves, to be exported as fertilizer.—
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After sponges were discovered off the coast of Tarpon Springs, Greek divers, who had superior methods for harvesting them, immigrated to grow the industry.—
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Using their cap space as a way to double-up on assets for Monahan (both taking on his contract, and then trading him away) was a particularly savvy move that helped contribute to acquiring both Dobson and Hage.—
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In 2000, Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph sat down across from John Antioco, then CEO of video rental giant Blockbuster, and pitched him on acquiring their still unprofitable DVD-by-mail startup, Netflix, which at the time had around 300,000 subscribers.—
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There was a lot to like about Jovic’s performance on Saturday, with Heat veteran guard Norman Powell pushing and encouraging him along the way.—
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Salt-n-Pepa also joined in, and the group of artists concluded the set with a call-and-response moment alongside the crowd, encouraging everyone to scream along.—
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Achane handled 12 first half carries, producing 64 rushing yards.—
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Idemitsu is constructing a large-scale facility capable of producing 1,000 metric tons of lithium sulfide annually, with a target of mass production by 2027.—
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Kimbler said in addition to understanding the practicalities around farming Kernza, farmers need access to processors and viable markets if the grain is to become more popular.—
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The Spanish handed out land grants in the 1780s and began farming parts of the island.—
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“Cultivating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cultivating. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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