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as in promotes
to help the growth or development of
wanted to nourish her students' love of art
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as in nurtures
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 nourishes
Alain Paul’s ballet background nourishes his collections and gives a very clear and compelling storytelling angle.
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Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
Jupiter in Cancer nourishes us and our surroundings, reminding us that abundance is felt most deeply when shared with others.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
This is a great time to focus on what truly nourishes you—both physically and emotionally.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
The silicone-free formula cleanses and nourishes the scalp while strengthening the hair at the root for visibly bouncy hair.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Perifresh’s non-drying formula nourishes your skin with aloe vera, leaving your skin clean and healthy.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Yummy Tummy is a multi-use skincare line that nourishes mother and baby from pregnancy through postpartum and beyond.
—Essence, 3 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
The Dove Body Wash Deep Moisture nourishes the skin's protective layer and provides a rich, creamy lather that leaves skin feeling soft, smooth and healthy.
—Nora Colomer
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Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
Jupiter in Cancer nourishes us and our surroundings, reminding us that abundance is felt most deeply when shared with others.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
This is a great time to focus on what truly nourishes you—both physically and emotionally.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
The silicone-free formula cleanses and nourishes the scalp while strengthening the hair at the root for visibly bouncy hair.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Perifresh’s non-drying formula nourishes your skin with aloe vera, leaving your skin clean and healthy.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Yummy Tummy is a multi-use skincare line that nourishes mother and baby from pregnancy through postpartum and beyond.
—Essence, 3 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
The Dove Body Wash Deep Moisture nourishes the skin's protective layer and provides a rich, creamy lather that leaves skin feeling soft, smooth and healthy.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourishes
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Key Takeaways Persimmons are rich in fiber, which supports digestion and promotes heart health.—
Mira Miller,
Verywell Health,
10 Nov. 2025
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Research suggests that movement helps to regulate circadian rhythm and increases melatonin production, which is a hormone that increases at night and promotes sleep.—
Olivia Lee,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Balle’s prose—repetitive, hypnotic, and as balanced as a small plane—sustains an atmosphere of illuminated ordinariness.—
Katy Waldman,
New Yorker,
10 Nov. 2025
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This global circulation sustains the sun's magnetic field, but its polar regions, which are crucial to the process, have long remained a mystery.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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Getting creative with my style nurtures the confidence that empowers me to show up in the world authentically.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 Sep. 2025
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The vegan lip treatment delivers intense moisture via a peptide that smoothes and plumps, as well as hyaluronic acid that nurtures dry skin.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Besides the gleaming blue hull, the 60-footer has an open layout that encourages sociability while promoting privacy in areas like the sunbed at the stern or foredeck lounge.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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Each troll has a name and a story that encourages nature exploration and ultimately finding ways to protect the earth.—
Khadejeh Nikouyeh,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Nov. 2025
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Calf raises with a slow lower Stand with your feet hip-distance apart and lift both heels as high as possible.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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The new study raises important questions about the role flexible work arrangements could play in helping fertility rates rebound, Bloom said.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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In her own life, Kat cultivates those conditions.—
Rowan Jacobsen,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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By fostering an internal environment where employees are encouraged to question assumptions, share expertise, and engage in reflective thinking, The Rise Group cultivates the intellectual space needed to pursue meaningful insights.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
17 Oct. 2025
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The Empath fosters psychological safety, inclusive dialogue and a culture of empathy.—
Kelly Jones,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Since its founding, Facebook has described itself as a kind of public service that fosters relationships.—
Damon Beres,
The Atlantic,
5 Nov. 2025
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The search comes about one year after 43 Rhesus macaques escaped from a South Carolina compound that breeds them for medical research because an employee didn’t fully lock an enclosure.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
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For example, anyone who breeds or exhibits wild animals in a commercial setting must also be licensed by the USDA.—
Quinn Clark,
jsonline.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Nourishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourishes. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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