“We used neural networks to demonstrate its feasibility, and the early results are encouraging.”

“Georgie flashed him what she desperately hoped was an encouraging smile.”

“How different would things have been had she had the success of Fanny Burney, so blessed with colluding siblings and an encouraging father?”

“In some cases, as in the Young case, this penal policy would discourage individuals from appropriate and encourageable conduct.”

“The ladies separated from their guide, declaring themselves equal to the remainder of the walk without his assistance, and feeling encouraged by the sight of the village which lay beneath their feet.”