be encouraging

Frequency: 8.025.5 per million words

Used to state that something is a source of hope or confidence.

encouragingVERB + encouraging

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Examples (10)

  • The latest sales figures are very encouraging.
  • Her progress since the surgery has been truly encouraging.
  • It is encouraging to see so many volunteers helping out.
  • The doctor said the test results were encouraging.
  • While the start was slow, the recent trend is encouraging.
  • The response to our proposal wasn't particularly encouraging.
  • We hope the feedback from the beta testers will be encouraging.
  • The early signs of economic recovery are quite encouraging.
  • The atmosphere in the classroom is encouraging for student participation.
  • Despite the setbacks, the team's spirit remains encouraging.