as in nutritive
providing the substances necessary for health and bodily growth
milk should be part of a nourishing breakfast
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as in cultivating
to help the growth or development of
wanted to nourish her students' love of art
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as in sustaining
to supply with nourishment
we've always been nourished by such good food when staying at their house
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as in raising
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 nourishing
Tory Johnson, ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Dream big, but stay honest with yourself about what is truly nourishing versus just exciting.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 25 Jan. 2026
Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 4 Apr. 2026
There are majorana leaf and Japanese plum leaf extracts to soothe, protect, and promote an optimal scalp environment, along with argan oil, the brand’s signature ingredient rich in nourishing vitamin E, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids.
—Cathy Nelson, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Formulated around one of the most nourishing oils in the world, olive oil -- high in antioxidants, vitamin E and polyphenols.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Dream big, but stay honest with yourself about what is truly nourishing versus just exciting.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 25 Jan. 2026
Verb
The prickly Moon in your 4th House of Security reaches out to nourishing Jupiter in your 12th House of Escapism.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 4 Apr. 2026
There are majorana leaf and Japanese plum leaf extracts to soothe, protect, and promote an optimal scalp environment, along with argan oil, the brand’s signature ingredient rich in nourishing vitamin E, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids.
—Cathy Nelson, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourishing
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Typically, sugar substitutes (including nutritive and non-nutritive sweeteners) impact blood sugar to a lesser extent than table sugar.—
Brittany Lubeck,
Verywell Health,
5 Mar. 2026
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They’re typically sweetened with artificial or non-nutritive sweeteners, such as aspartame or sucralose, which don’t raise blood sugar levels.—
Caitlin Beale,
Health,
20 Jan. 2026
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The story centers on Zha, a janitor at a bankrupt, long-shuttered film studio who retreats into a virtual world, cultivating an online romance and dreaming of a voyage to the Moon.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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These guerrilla pop-ups launched the heartland quartet – singer Tyson Ritter, lead guitarist Nick Wheeler, rhythm guitarist Mike Kennerty and drummer Chris Gaylor – into a world of TikToks and Instagram posts, simultaneously cultivating a fan base decades younger than the now-middle-aged rockers.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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At the time, the rapid adoption of personal email, internet access, and electronic payment, along with the emergence of e-commerce, had convinced me that technology would become more essential to powering our flywheel and sustaining our momentum and long-term prosperity.—
Clifford Hudson,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Sales have slowed in China, the biggest market, but exports are still rising, and manufacturers are betting on ultra-fast charging as a way of sustaining adoption momentum, Wood Mackenzie noted.—
Semafor Events,
semafor.com,
22 May 2026
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The governing body said the show would support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which is raising $100 million to help children access education and soccer.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
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Israel’s national security minister inflamed the situation with a provocative visit to the contested Al Aqsa Mosque compound, raising concerns about Jerusalem’s status in the broader Israeli-Palestinian conflict.—
Julia Frankel,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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The Chef Ann Foundation, for example, offers an online database of recipes and guides for districts that want to prepare fresher meals, as well as apprenticeships, fellowships and other programs for nutritional staff.—
Joe Hernandez,
NPR,
14 May 2026
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These crunchy snacks aren’t inherently unhealthy, but rather offer little nutritional value.—
Christina Manian,
Health,
14 May 2026
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Screen Brasil reaffirms Embratur’s role in promoting the country internationally and expanding the international reach of Brazilian productions.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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On Sunday, the league posted a social media graphic promoting its doubleheader on NBC/Peacock.—
Bobby Burack OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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By discovering and nurturing new talent, this platform ensures the broader industry continues to thrive and flourish.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
13 May 2026
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The actress and singer, who played the adult version of Chrissy, the neurotic, nurturing and pink-loving part of the film's main friend group, has thoughts on how her life would look nowadays.—
Ilana Kaplan,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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Luxury Spa Amenities at Canyon Ranch For pairs who want the full resort experience, the Mother-Daughter Spa Getaway at Canyon Ranch — available in Tucson, Arizona, and Lenox, Massachusetts — is built around quality time, fostering a deeper connection and discovering new experiences together.—
Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
20 May 2026
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Therefore, building and fostering these remote connections is even more challenging at times.—
ByLaurie Shakur,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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“Nourishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourishing. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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