Under the fostering protection of the Squire, therefore, the little parson has pursued his studies in peace.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
The Confederates were, after all, Americans, though misguided Americans; and the fostering, the brooding upon, intestine rancours was felt by teachers and pupils alike to be impossible.
"America To-day, Observations and Reflections"
William Archer
When we refuse divorce under such circumstances we are not fostering marriage, as we fondly imagine; we are really fostering adultery.
"The Book of Life: Vol. I Mind and Body; Vol. II Love and Society"
Upton Sinclair