Words for Father's Day: What Fathers Do : Thinkmap Visual Thesaurus

beget

For better or for worse, an active government begets lobbying activity.
—New York Times (Jun 6, 2012)

generate

Mr. Dare’s article generated a vigorous response, including nearly 400 comments.
—New York Times (Jun 8, 2012)

elevate

However, Bolling’s profile has been elevated in recent months because he presides over an equally divided state Senate.
—Washington Post (May 6, 2012)

nurture

At the very least, it explains why he runs a company involved in nurturing raw talent.
—The Guardian (May 17, 2012)

promote

recruit

He recruited a team of 40 friends, who helped him quickly put up the poster — reduced to 60 easily copied pages — all over the city.
—New York Times (Jun 4, 2012)

support

Chris Yianni supported by the charity Kids Company, working on his as yet untitled artwork for the Royal Academy.
—The Guardian (Jun 11, 2012)

maintain

Stronger arms help lift groceries, carry children, complete household chores, and maintain a beautiful garden.
—US News (Jun 6, 2012)

champion

He was a long time champion of book culture and reading.
—Salon (Jun 6, 2012)

provide

The company said the plan should provide a net $80 million a year in reduced operating costs.
—Forbes (Jun 8, 2012)

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