nourish

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as in to sustain
to supply with nourishment we've always been nourished by such good food when staying at their house

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Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of nourish The overnight lip mask packs nourishing ingredients like hyaluronic acid and ceramides and has a thick formula that stays put. Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 19 Nov. 2024 This is your chance to throw yourself into creating a domestic environment that truly feels nourishing for you. Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2024 Bondi Boost Brunette Booster Shampoo contains blue pigments to counteract brassy hues, while a botanical blend nourishes the hair on multiple fronts. Jenny Berg, Allure, 20 Nov. 2024 Some primers even have added skincare benefits to nourish the skin and really make your makeup pop. Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nourish 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourish
Verb
  • Soldiers serving in Gaza have regularly promoted the return of Gush Katif – Gaza settlements destroyed when Israel unilaterally withdrew from the territory in 2005.
    Mick Krever, CNN, 2 Dec. 2024
  • The single charted in 20 countries, and Michaels promoted the song with a live appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
    Bill Kopp, SPIN, 2 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • In the food sector, partnering with local producers and marketing agencies can help sustain the supply chain and strengthen branding.
    Bharath Kumar Kakkireni, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
  • Sustainability is the finding of the way in which each generation can leave the planet as sustained for the future as possible, for the people that follow us.
    Joan Meiners, The Arizona Republic, 26 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Royal Caribbean International raised its gratuity rates last month.
    Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The shelter raised $22,554 from the public on Giving Tuesday toward the anonymous donor's $100,000 match.
    Gina Lee Castro, Journal Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Leaders who cultivate data literacy and technological fluency can confidently navigate AI's complexities.
    William Arruda, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
  • However, the red-carpet treatment highlighted European leaders' eagerness to cultivate relationships with the incoming U.S. administration, particularly given the complex global challenges ahead.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Driven by visionary leadership and business-friendly policies, the emirate has nurtured a vibrant community of elite yacht owners along with a world-class ecosystem of businesses catered to their needs.
    Dubai Tourism Contributor, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
  • For him, its about nurturing new talent, celebrating individual artistry, and showcasing the power of mentorship.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • From enhancing individual happiness to fostering organizational strength, gratitude is more than a feel-good emotion; giving thanks is a catalyst for transformation.
    Chris Westfall, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
  • In 1863, President Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in an attempt to foster unity in the country, according to KN360°.
    Kinsey Crowley, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Would we be encouraged to throw our smartphones away, at a minimum, and maybe even quit our laptop jobs and dedicate our free time to data-poisoning and blowing up cell towers?
    Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 2 Dec. 2024
  • These connections tend to improve public perception and encourage word-of-mouth endorsements.
    Hao Lam, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • This donation satisfies your RMD while reducing taxable income​. Strategic Withdrawals If market conditions are favorable, consider taking RMDs earlier in the year to lock in gains.
    James Brewer, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Coal satisfied the bulk of bitcoin’s electricity demands (45%), followed by natural gas (21%) and hydropower (16%).
    The Christian Science Monitor, The Christian Science Monitor, 5 Dec. 2024

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“Nourish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourish. Accessed 12 Dec. 2024.

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