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as in to promote
to help the growth or development of
wanted to nourish her students' love of art
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as in to raise
to bring to maturity through care and education
he willingly nourished a child that was not his own
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Recent Examples of nourish
Feeding essentials Feeding essentials include everything from bottles and breast pumps to high chairs and sippy cups to help nourish your little one through every stage.
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Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Not only does this sunscreen contain two minerals, it’s also formulated with vitamin E, which nourishes the skin, silica, an oil-absorbing powder, and spring water (sourced from the city of La Roche-Posay in France) to soothe the skin barrier.
—Gabrielle Marchese, Outside, 28 Aug. 2025
In fact, after each cleanse, my skin felt soothed and nourished—none of that tight feel.
—Denise Primbet, Glamour, 26 Aug. 2025
Every item was intentionally crafted to not only pair perfectly with our smoothies, but to embody our vision of making the world a better place by nourishing healthy habits, all while celebrating the delicious and nutritious flavors and convenience our guests love.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Aug. 2025
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Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Not only does this sunscreen contain two minerals, it’s also formulated with vitamin E, which nourishes the skin, silica, an oil-absorbing powder, and spring water (sourced from the city of La Roche-Posay in France) to soothe the skin barrier.
—Gabrielle Marchese, Outside, 28 Aug. 2025
In fact, after each cleanse, my skin felt soothed and nourished—none of that tight feel.
—Denise Primbet, Glamour, 26 Aug. 2025
Every item was intentionally crafted to not only pair perfectly with our smoothies, but to embody our vision of making the world a better place by nourishing healthy habits, all while celebrating the delicious and nutritious flavors and convenience our guests love.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourish
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This team is once again dealing with turnover at offensive coordinator, with Kevin Patullo promoted over the offseason to replace Kellen Moore, who is now head coach of the Saints.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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The Commission was also unimpressed by Jackson continuing to promote SPIS’ data around the location on the pitch and timing of Paqueta’s bookings during the game during cross-examination, despite the fact that the FA had abandoned this evidence.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Alabama defensive tackle Jeremiah Beaman is likely out for the season after sustaining a lower-body injury at Wednesday’s practice, coach Kalen DeBoer said on his radio show Wednesday night.—
Matthew Ho,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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The warning forecasts sustained surface winds, or frequent gusts, in the range of 34 knots (39 mph) to 47 knots (54 mph), either predicted or occurring, and not directly associated with a tropical cyclone, the NWS glossary explains.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Money raised supports non-profit women's wellness programs and education to promote breast cancer awareness.—
Caroline Ritzie,
The Enquirer,
31 Aug. 2025
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Internal records obtained by the Republic show that school officials failed to act immediately, despite parents repeatedly raising concerns.—
Hannah Dreyfus,
AZCentral.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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In fact, cultivating students’ self-belief is often the biggest hurdle school leaders face, Branham said.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Sep. 2025
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Through the inevitable challenges of constant change, the bonds an entrepreneur cultivates in the present can prompt their greatest accomplishments in the near future.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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The Hall of Fame second baseman, who died last month at the age of 65 after a battle with cancer, connected generations of baseball fans and nurtured an extended family that had grown to include 11 grandchildren.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
23 Aug. 2025
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Employees are not just staff members; they are nurtured, mentored, and given room to grow.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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Fortune mirrored Jones' sentiment and said showing youths different options is important to foster their success.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The fact that supporters of democracy promotion aimed to foster the emergence of democracy through strengthening non-state actors, rather than through aid to foreign governments, fitted with Reagan’s own small-government preferences.—
Time,
Time,
3 Sep. 2025
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Tuesday, August 26 celebrates the ownership of dogs of any breed and encourages adoption.—
Trisha Easto,
USA Today,
27 Aug. 2025
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The Federal Trade Commission issued an alert earlier in 2025 to encourage parents to talk to their children about the risks associated with responding to a fake text.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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Dancing alone in her bedroom won’t satisfy her, especially after Hollywood claims her for a dance competition slash reality TV show.—
Eliana Ramage
September 4,
Literary Hub,
4 Sep. 2025
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His Coconut Grove home, as well as his wages as a city commissioner, have both been protected by the courts and cannot be collected to satisfy the judgment.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Nourish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourish. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.
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