A number of arms merchants encouraged and facilitated the war.

A number of Web sites encourage hobbyists to submit work.

Some also say a number of products now available to beat drug tests are encouraging some job applicants to take chances.

That number, somehow, encouraged us; we made much of it, passed it about in talk.

A number of religious and spiritual traditions encourage simple living.

The swelling numbers of English encouraged them to make greater demands for recognition with the colonial government.

"I feel that the numbers we are announcing will hopefully encourage families and injured victims to accelerate their participation in the program."

A number of traditions encouraged camaraderie among the Academy's young women.

This initiative shows how a number of small steps by employers can encourage employees to cycle to work.

As they grow, the letters, numbers and shapes displayed on the table will encourage your child's education.