disempower

"Her confidence in her ability to speak French helped her to participate more in class discussions. "

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"He seems to be ill.   Her eyes seem blue.   It seems like it is going to rain later.   How did she seem to you?"

"The constant noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate on my homework. "

"One way to encourage your employees to work harder is by giving them incentives."

"Do you need a gift for that special someone?"

"The teacher gave each student a share of the cookies. "

"The intricate making of the model airplane showcased the student's skill. "

"The school's new manager is responsible for organizing the sports teams. "

"The removal of the old furniture was a big project for the family. "

"I am hesitant to recommend him as a manager because he has a short temper."

"The politician received a lot of public criticism for his controversial stance on the issue."