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Recent Examples of nectar
Taking care of a bite Many types of no-see-ums eat nectar from plants.
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Eva Flowe
may 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
Letting clovers, dandelions and other low-growing plants flourish can provide nectar and pollen, while also reducing water use.
—CBS News, 7 May 2026
Hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees love its nectar, and overwintering birds gather sustenance from the flower heads' seeds.
—Ann Hinga Klein, Martha Stewart, 7 May 2026
Blooming flowers will provide natural nectar sources, but hummingbirds primarily eat bugs, including an assortment of gnats, mosquitoes, crane flies, midges and spiders.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
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Eva Flowe
may 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026
Letting clovers, dandelions and other low-growing plants flourish can provide nectar and pollen, while also reducing water use.
—CBS News, 7 May 2026
Hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees love its nectar, and overwintering birds gather sustenance from the flower heads' seeds.
—Ann Hinga Klein, Martha Stewart, 7 May 2026
Blooming flowers will provide natural nectar sources, but hummingbirds primarily eat bugs, including an assortment of gnats, mosquitoes, crane flies, midges and spiders.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nectar
Noun
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Staff deliver hot cinnamon buns with honeydew from the local Spoon and Key Market, sandwiches piled high with barbecue chicken, and after the final snorkel session, adult beverages on the way back to shore.—
Laura Dannen Redman,
Robb Report,
14 May 2026
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With a 40-can capacity, this cooler is great for toting around lots of beverages and snacks.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Video showed Schwally at the liquor store buying two large bottles of an alcoholic Long Island iced tea cocktail.—
Alexa Herrera,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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The girlfriend told police the argument was over her refusal to take him to a liquor store.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
Noun
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Drugs or alcohol do not appear to be factors in the crash, police said.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Chloe entered rehab in September 2012 After years of struggling with an eating disorder and drug and alcohol addiction, Chloe went to rehab in September 2012.—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Since 2007, this canalside bar, situated in an 18th-century townhouse, has been turning out some of the city’s most creative and well-wrought libations.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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The event also features libations and delicious bites from local vendors and restaurants, and an opportunity drawing, a news release stated.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Vitello said postgame that Koss’ helmet cracked as a result of the bean ball, but Koss was in good spirits after the game.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
10 May 2026
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Right now, spirits are high because the overall box office is trending 16% ahead of last year, according to Comscore.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
10 May 2026
Noun
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The tabletop lid comes with four drink holders, and the latch and lock closure keeps the contents secure.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
14 May 2026
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Even one drink of alcohol damages the immune system, lowering its ability to battle invaders within 20 minutes of consumption.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
14 May 2026
Noun
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The resulting brew is dehydrated and packed with minerals and vital joint-supporting compounds.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
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And just sitting off in a corner and having long conversations about life over a tasty brew.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
4 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Nectar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nectar. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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