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nourished

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verb

past tense of nourish
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as in sustained
to supply with nourishment we've always been nourished by such good food when staying at their house

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of nourished
Adjective
At the same time, nutrient-rich botanicals like sacha inchi and morete oil deeply hydrate hair follicles, leaving strands feeling nourished, balanced, and revitalized. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025 As the color soaked in, my skin felt soft and nourished—not dry and begging for moisture—thanks to aloe vera, jojoba oil, and Australian macadamia oil. Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025 After all, beneath a full glam beat is a nourished complexion and healthy strands—and that makes all the difference. Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
The goal is to pack on a little extra fat that will help keep them warm and nourished in the colder days of winter. Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025 Yet then, its leaves became a lifeline, transforming into dishes that nourished us when nothing else could. Literary Hub, 21 Oct. 2025 But dietitians say there are plenty of cheap and easy meals that can keep you fueled and nourished without breaking the bank. Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 8 Oct. 2025 To round out the formula, evening primrose oil keeps skin nourished, peptides help with bounce, and antioxidants like vitamin E offer an extra layer of protection. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 1 Oct. 2025 The watershed is nourished by the salmon run. Andrew Watman, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025 Wood cabinets also need to be nourished, and Greene recommends products like Beezwax or Liquid Gold to restore the polish and shine to wood cabinets. Heather Bien, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025 In fact, after each cleanse, my skin felt soothed and nourished—none of that tight feel. Denise Primbet, Glamour, 26 Aug. 2025 Plus, its Triple-Hydration Complex of moisturizers like hyaluronic acid and fruit extracts ensures skin remains nourished for hours on end. Deanna Pai, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourished
Adjective
  • Air frying is healthier, faster, and doesn't splatter grease all over your kitchen.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2025
  • Even when participants’ average blood pressure seemed healthy, those with the most erratic readings — combined with stiffer arteries — showed telltale signs of brain aging, the study found.
    Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • And while almonds have been cultivated for centuries across the Mediterranean and Middle East, almond butter is a relatively modern creation.
    Daryl Austin, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Over the past 15 years Klingberg has cultivated authentic relationships with brands and customers; kept an eye on spending and remained 100 percent in control of the business.
    Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The building and its contents sustained around $100,000 in damage during the fire, WIVB reported.
    Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 26 Oct. 2025
  • But a career cannot be sustained on hate alone.
    Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The same Philadelphia that witnessed the birth of American independence also nurtured competing visions of nationhood—ones that challenged the very foundations of who could claim full citizenship in the republic.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Michele previously spoke about what makes Marie different from Homelander and brought up that she was nurtured differently.
    Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • The symphony sounds remarkably hale under Payare’s baton, and as the movement grew, so did the power and immediacy of the orchestra, always bringing balance and poise back to the beloved processional of the main melody.
    Luke Schulze, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Nov. 2022
  • Oscar, still hale and hearty, celebrated his 15th birthday in July of 2022.
    Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 29 Oct. 2022
Verb
  • It was famed British actor Laurence Olivier who encouraged Hopkins to pursue mental health therapy and see a psychiatrist.
    Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2025
  • Those who felt the earthquake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form.
    CA Earthquake Bot, Sacbee.com, 2 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • After those negotiations in Lisbon, Berrada headed back to Manchester satisfied an agreement had been verbally struck — a story The Athletic broke via sources in Portugal, with the United CEO learning mid-flight that the news was out.
    Andy Mitten, New York Times, 1 Nov. 2025
  • None have adequately satisfied the Royals’ needs.
    Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Political leaders and many social media users raised questions about the effectiveness of flood preparations.
    Robert Birsel, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
  • Biden then raised this handout to $130.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025

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