promote
(transitive) To advocate or urge on behalf of (something or someone); to attempt to popularize or sell by means of advertising or publicity.
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HTTYD 2025 It solely exist to promote a theme park attraction at Universal's Epic Universe
Why would o want a shit game made by a racist, antisemitic, transphobic (and more) black mold brain rotted woman? Maybe don't promote shit like this
Utterly depressing. It does feel this is how it's going: while AI slop is a problem in itself, individuals are making decisions to promote, and they are acting in wildly irresponsible ways. No need to attribute blame…
Hauling Jim Craig out to promote the new Sellick Kit with a Lisbon Lions down memory lane theme. Whit they like! Bless him. 🍀
2026 Luce/ACLS Fellowships to Promote Innovative Research in China Studies #USA #New_York #ACLS #China_Studies #Luce_Foundation
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(transitive) To advocate or urge on behalf of (something or someone); to attempt to popularize or sell by means of advertising or publicity.
They promoted the abolition of daylight saving time.
“That theory needs to be held accountable *as a theory* and the people who promoted it, and continue to promote it, need to be similarly held accountable — in terms of their fitness to lead, or speak for, the nominal left in a period of immense, complicated challenges. </end>”
— Bluesky· May 2026“World Hand Hygiene Day aims to promote the importance of hand hygiene in healthcare environments. Suboptimal hand hygiene can result in Healthcare Associated Infections (HAIs), but are preventable with suitable hygiene practices and hand-washing performed at the RIGHT TIMES.”
— Bluesky· May 2026“I have been doing this "Reasons you need to promote me" doc and its been bouncing between myself, line manager and now the HR person for the last month. I know they mean well but crikey bikey it should not be like this.”
— Bluesky· May 2026“1/4 When caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia, choosing the right memory care facility is crucial. Consider factors like staff qualifications, staffing ratios & activities designed to stimulate the mind & promote engagement. #AlzheimersCare #DementiaCare”
— Bluesky· May 2026“I Will Send 55000 High Quality Keyword Targeted Traffic from Search Engines Promote Any Website for $15 Click url or image”
— Bluesky· May 2026
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(transitive) To raise (someone) to a more important, responsible, or remunerative job or rank.
He promoted his clerk to office manager.
“HTTYD 2025 It solely exist to promote a theme park attraction at Universal's Epic Universe”
— Bluesky· May 2026“Why would o want a shit game made by a racist, antisemitic, transphobic (and more) black mold brain rotted woman? Maybe don't promote shit like this”
— Bluesky· May 2026“Utterly depressing. It does feel this is how it's going: while AI slop is a problem in itself, individuals are making decisions to promote, and they are acting in wildly irresponsible ways. No need to attribute blame and responsibility to AI when humans are so obviously culpable”
— Bluesky· May 2026“Hauling Jim Craig out to promote the new Sellick Kit with a Lisbon Lions down memory lane theme. Whit they like! Bless him. 🍀”
— Bluesky· May 2026“2026 Luce/ACLS Fellowships to Promote Innovative Research in China Studies #USA #New_York #ACLS #China_Studies #Luce_Foundation”
— Bluesky· May 2026
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(transitive) To encourage, urge or incite.
They promoted the new film with giant billboards.
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