incubating

present participle of incubate

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Recent Examples of incubating There's some incubating mushrooms right here. Bon Appétit, 9 Oct. 2024 Why dedicate your resources to incubating new products when the old one makes so much money? Jason Schreier, The Atlantic, 7 Oct. 2024 The female of the pair started to sit in the nest vigilantly, as if incubating her eggs. Ian Rose, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Sep. 2024 For a breeding bird, incubating a nest is always a gamble. Ian Rose, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for incubating
Verb
  • Several passengers intervened on an American Airlines flight this week when a man allegedly attacked a woman sitting next to him, video taken by another passenger appeared to show.
    Brie Stimson, Fox News, 5 Oct. 2024
  • Pictures of President Calvin Coolidge and first lady Grace Coolidge show them being sworn in as meeting the criteria for Massachusetts absentee voting in 1924 and sitting at a small wooden table picturesquely placed on the White House South Lawn.
    Roger Catlin, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • In addition to working on Rare Beauty, Gomez has a full plate promoting Emilia Pérez, her new film that debuted at film festivals over the summer and premieres on Netflix on November 13.
    Sam Reed, Glamour, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This new role is a perfect fit for Darnell, who is at the forefront of promoting equity in the hospitality industry and providing career development, mentorship, and resources for BIPOC professionals in New Orleans through her consultancy business, Porch & Okra, and her role with MiNO.
    Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • Exactly 150 years ago, scientists first discovered that leaf-cutter ants were cultivating gardens of fungi inside their nests, feeding the fungi bits of leaves and in turn eating the tips of the fungal webs.
    Kate Golembiewski, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Executive presence is about cultivating a professional brand that reflects your achievements in a way that exudes confidence.
    Cara Heilmann, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • By addressing individual risk factors, encouraging additional imaging and promoting early detection, these new rules are a vital advancement in the fight against breast cancer.
    Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Cultivate adaptability by encouraging continuous learning, seeking diverse perspectives and fostering a culture of innovation.
    Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • Leaders with high emotional intelligence can effectively navigate the complex emotions associated with feedback, delivering it empathetically and fostering a supportive environment.
    Dr. Flo Falayi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Brands strengthening their always-on creator roster and fostering deeper collaborations with creators will have a competitive edge and remain agile.
    Kristen Dolan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024

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“Incubating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incubating. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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