ministering (to)

present participle of minister (to)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for ministering (to)
Verb
  • The evidence suggests helping people with physical and cognitive limitations stay home costs states less than the alternative, which is nursing home care.
    Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
  • This is a team that is nursing multiple injuries.
    Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • Within days of using it, my skin felt softer, looked more hydrated, and even began healing itself again.
    Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026
  • This vital initiative offers a sense of normalcy and healing through play, fostering teamwork, confidence, and essential life skills.
    Michael Sandler, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Verb
  • Teplinsky says treating the whole person, not just her breast cancer is vital.
    Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 30 June 2026
  • Amora needs to find out what Sincere told Melanie about their Casa connection and warn Melanie, if possible, that Sincere was treating Casa Amor like a hall pass.
    Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 30 June 2026
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“Ministering (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ministering%20%28to%29. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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