Verb (used with object) : to foster new ideas.    From Dictionary.com. 

Anyone interested in fostering a dog for a few months?.    From Wordnik.com.  [Anyone interested in fostering a dog for a few months?] Reference

They are implacable in fostering enmity against Britain.    From Wordnik.com.  [Pacific Problems and Canada's Part in Them] Reference

We have a common interest in fostering prosperity and expansion.    From Wordnik.com.  [Diamond Jubilee Dinner] Reference

She will continue to succeed in fostering negativity and discord.    From Wordnik.com.  [Carville: Obama likely to win nomination] Reference

Yet often there is confusion about what is involved in fostering ….    From Wordnik.com.  [Literacy News – 76th Edition « News « Literacy News] Reference

Faith-based youth groups stand out in fostering teens 'growth experiences.    From Wordnik.com.  [Science, Tech, Politics] Reference

Jerry Brown already has a successful resume in fostering a clean energy future.    From Wordnik.com.  [Steve Westly: Jerry Brown's Energy Plan Right for California] Reference

As anarchists, their primary interest lay in fostering resolute self-sovereignty.    From Wordnik.com.  [Manhood in the Age of Aquarius: Masculinity in Two Countercultural Communities, 1965–83] Reference

He was a wonderful man, who had a large role in fostering my interest in biology.    From Wordnik.com.  [Craig C. Mello - Autobiography] Reference

Think of how successful Quebec has been in fostering its own, distinct star system.    From Wordnik.com.  [Canadian Music at a Crossroad: 10 Reasons Why Canada's Music Industry Needs a New Policy Framework] Reference

To begin fostering a more physical mind-set, Whisenhunt hired strength coach John Lott.    From Wordnik.com.  ['Whiz' brings new hope that Cardinals can finally gel] Reference

Long-term fostering is typically for older animals that are owned and from loving families.    From Wordnik.com.  [Starbulletin Headlines] Reference

"I'm interested in fostering a market for prevention of identity theft," Hoofnagle told me.    From Wordnik.com.  [No. 1 bank for ID theft] Reference

Japan, the return of Okinawa has served as a major factor in fostering political stability.    From Wordnik.com.  [Eisaku Sato - Nobel Lecture] Reference

(Our current fostering is a pilot program only, just over the December holidays every year.).    From Wordnik.com.  [success...] Reference

The future of the world depends on our success in fostering increased respect for this right.    From Wordnik.com.  [The Nobel Peace Prize 1976 - Presentation Speech] Reference

What role do Rand's behavior and attitude during the trial play in fostering this relationship?.    From Wordnik.com.  [Midwives by Chris Bohjalian: Questions] Reference

If you are interested in fostering personal responsibility, privatization is a good way to do it.    From Wordnik.com.  [Social Security Privatization, Arnold Kling | EconLog | Library of Economics and Liberty] Reference

Do you really believe in fostering a sense of community or are you stat-building by the back door?.    From Wordnik.com.  [Are You a Spiritual Pioneer? | Write to Done] Reference

If you know of anyone interested in fostering or adopting send them to our site to fill out an app.    From Wordnik.com.  [PvPonline » 2009 » May » 28] Reference

MexConnect. com Forums: Areas: Central Highlands: Anyone interested in fostering a dog for a few months?.    From Wordnik.com.  [Anyone interested in fostering a dog for a few months?] Reference

In recent years Norway has played a central role in fostering dialogue and peace among historical enemies.    From Wordnik.com.  [José Ramos-Horta - Nobel Lecture] Reference

In an age when ideas are central to the economy, universities will inevitably play a role in fostering growth.    From Wordnik.com.  [The Kept University] Reference

Typically temporary homes and care is about two to four weeks for short-term fostering of younger cats and dogs.    From Wordnik.com.  [Starbulletin Headlines] Reference

These findings underscore the importance of both a mother and a father in fostering the emotional well-being of children.    From Wordnik.com.  [Dan Quayle Was Right] Reference

Claudia believes in fostering the life of the mind by feeding children a rich diet of history, mythology, and great books.    From Wordnik.com.  [Literacy News – 892th Edition « News « Literacy News] Reference

All my experience in fostering democracy and open society has taught me that democracy cannot be imposed by military means.    From Wordnik.com.  [Boing Boing] Reference

Think of what this would do in fostering and strengthening a wider understanding among Canada's population in the years to come.    From Wordnik.com.  [Centennial Business Is Your Business] Reference

Real-world constraints force designers to be focused, resourceful and inventive – qualities necessary in fostering innovation.    From Wordnik.com.  [GREENING THE IVORY TOWER | Inhabitat] Reference

McConaughy, while still supervising the Madras Association, was successful in fostering new Associations across the sub-continent.    From Wordnik.com.  [Pursuit of an 'Unparalleled Opportunity': The American YMCA and Prisoner of War Diplomacy among the Central Power Nations during World War I] Reference

The importance of the income and exposure associated with broadcasting rights in fostering excellence and participation in cricket.    From Wordnik.com.  [Archive 2005-11-01] Reference

While the channel was still interested in fostering the viewership of SF fans, I could see their reasons for maintaining SciFiction.    From Wordnik.com.  [SCI FICTION] Reference

But just as important, how can their users make sure that those facilities will live up to their potential in fostering a positive image?.    From Wordnik.com.  [How much does environment affect women’s sense of belonging in CS? « This is what a computer scientist looks like] Reference

At the national level, our standard of living is closely tied to our success in fostering knowledge creation, adaptability and innovation.    From Wordnik.com.  [Creating Canada's Culture of Innovation: From Cradle to Career] Reference

Religious liberty: America’s role in fostering the ‘first freedom’ abroad.    From Wordnik.com.  [RNB QuickLinks: Atheists, Reverend Magdalen, Satanic Bikinis, Bibles, Scientology Whistleblowers, and BB King] Reference

There’s no question that shame and envy can be persuasive in fostering green behavior.    From Wordnik.com.  [Environmental tactics give new meaning to 'green with envy'] Reference

What city officials call fostering partnerships, critics term privatization or, worse, abandonment.    From Wordnik.com.  [Denver Post: News: Breaking: Local] Reference

Laudable goals, such as fostering more homeownership, went terribly awry.    From Wordnik.com.  [To Prevent Bubbles, Restrain the Fed] Reference