Encouraged
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 30, 2026
Stuck on the clue Encouraged from the New York Times Midi for March 30, 2026? We have the correct 7-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?
Clue
Encouraged (7)
Answer
The answer to Encouraged is Egged On (7 letters).
Why does Egged On fit this clue?
This clue uses a straightforward synonym relationship where 'Encouraged' points directly to EGGED ON, a phrasal verb meaning to urge someone forward or incite them to action. To egg someone on means to encourage them to do something, often something they might hesitate to do otherwise. The phrase comes from the Old Norse word 'eggja' meaning to incite or urge, and has been used in English since the 16th century to describe the act of spurring someone into action through encouragement or provocation.
What does Encouraged mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
encouraged
verb
•gave support, confidence, or hope to someone
•urged or persuaded someone to do something
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 14-down in the New York Times Midi on March 30, 2026, by Aaron Gee and Avery Gee Katz, edited by Ian Livengood. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Egged On mean?
phrasal verb
•to urge or encourage someone to do something, especially something they shouldn't do
How to use Egged On in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Egged On.
•“The shy student finally spoke up in class after being egged on by her supportive friends.”
•“The teenagers wouldn't have spray-painted the wall if they hadn't been egged on by the older kids watching.”
•“He was reluctant to enter the talent show until his family egged him on with their enthusiastic cheering.”
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Frequently asked questions about Encouraged
- What is the answer to Encouraged?
- The answer is Egged On (7 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Midi on March 30, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Encouraged have?
- The answer has 7 letters: Egged On.
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NYT Midi — Mar 30, 2026
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