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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
Above all, remember that food—eaten at any pace—nourishes the body.
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Jamie Friedlander Serrano, Time, 22 Jan. 2026
Ask gently yet clearly, because knowledge nourishes affection.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2026
If emotions swell, take a breath and reflect on what actually nourishes your home rhythm, then offer a simple plan that respects both sides.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 7 Jan. 2026
Art nourishes the soul and is beneficial for health.
—Letters To The Editor, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Fiber also nourishes the gut microbiome, supports a healthier colon and helps reduce inflammation, Naidoo explains.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 1 Dec. 2025
Alain Paul’s ballet background nourishes his collections and gives a very clear and compelling storytelling angle.
—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
Jamie Friedlander Serrano, Time, 22 Jan. 2026
Ask gently yet clearly, because knowledge nourishes affection.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2026
If emotions swell, take a breath and reflect on what actually nourishes your home rhythm, then offer a simple plan that respects both sides.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 7 Jan. 2026
Art nourishes the soul and is beneficial for health.
—Letters To The Editor, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Fiber also nourishes the gut microbiome, supports a healthier colon and helps reduce inflammation, Naidoo explains.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 1 Dec. 2025
Alain Paul’s ballet background nourishes his collections and gives a very clear and compelling storytelling angle.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourishes
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Come Near, a nonprofit that promotes dialogue around Jesus, took over the campaign in 2024.—
Uwa Ede-Osifo,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
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The annual Congressional App Challenge promotes youth participation in science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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Beyond a mere merger of assets, this union could jeopardize the ancillary market ecosystem that sustains theatrical filmmaking.—
Joseph M. Singer,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2026
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Forget about climbing the ladder, Capricorn — 2026 is about building something that truly sustains you.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026
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Speak gently and firmly, because safety nurtures real closeness.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2026
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Its formula also included a blend of healing, hydrating ingredients, like Kalahari Melon seed oil that nurtures dry, brittle hair, and Tahitian gardenia flower extract that strengthens.—
Eva Thomas,
InStyle,
30 Dec. 2025
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Lindenmeyr encourages them to push their flight back a day, book a five-star hotel in their airport city, and take advantage of pre-flight spa treatments, great dining, and local entertainment.—
Erik Buckingham,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
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Rather, the legislation encourages agencies to develop plans that offer remote work to the fullest extent possible, which the state engineers union noted is consistent with language already outlined in the Department of General Services existing Statewide Telework Policy.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The viewing party raises funds to support the foundation’s mission to end new HIV transmissions and dismantle the stigma that continues to fuel the epidemic.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Feb. 2026
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And consuming more beverages containing artificial sweeteners raises the risk of death from any cause and Alzheimer’s disease, based on moderately good evidence.—
Michael I Goran,
The Conversation,
3 Feb. 2026
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That cultivates community on campus, Dassinger added.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Feb. 2026
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The hope is that Daboll adds some stability and cultivates a better environment for the young quarterback than Ward had in a tumultuous rookie season that saw his first head coach (Brian Callahan) fired early in the season.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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Widows and Widowers group holds events The Catholic Widows and Widowers of North County, a group that fosters friendships through various social activities, will hold these upcoming events.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Feb. 2026
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The women there spoke to the princess about how the skill fosters a sense of community bonding and belonging, a palace source says.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
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Increasingly, companies are looking at how to make curiosity, which breeds innovation, part of their culture.—
Barnaby Lashbrooke,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Synergy breeds consistency on a basketball court.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Nourishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourishes. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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