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
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 May 2026
November 22 – December 21 Relaxing at home could be especially nourishing at present.
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Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2026
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
Prime lips for a perfectly smooth, even application using the 3-in-1 Lip Scrub pen, which gently scrubs away dead skin with super-fine sugar granules and keeps lips hydrated with nourishing shea butter and algae.
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ABC News,
19 May 2026
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No, on Thursday night, the NFL gave us something even more spiritually nourishing.
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Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 May 2026
November 22 – December 21 Relaxing at home could be especially nourishing at present.
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Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2026
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Last is nourishing skin with the Dry Body Oil, made from 100% natural pure botanical oils to firm, hydrate and protect skin with a mess-free spray applicator.
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Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
Prime lips for a perfectly smooth, even application using the 3-in-1 Lip Scrub pen, which gently scrubs away dead skin with super-fine sugar granules and keeps lips hydrated with nourishing shea butter and algae.
—
ABC News,
19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourishing
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Some studies suggest that non-nutritive sweeteners can change your metabolism, affecting your insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control.
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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.
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Leaders recognize the value of cultivating resilience from the inside, but building that culture isn’t a one-time initiative.
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Hydrangea expert Mal Condon has been cultivating and studying hydrangeas for over 50 years.
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Gifford had to have a follow-up hip surgery after sustaining a fracture from being too physically active in her condition, People noted.
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The training package included in the contract is expected to prepare Polish crews and technical personnel for operating and sustaining the new fleet over its service life.
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But a fresh start comes with plenty of new challenges — from rival ranchers and relentless cattle work to the unexpected trials of raising their teenage son, Carter (Finn Little).
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SpaceX went public in June, raising roughly $75 billion in the largest IPO on record.
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While a calcium-rich diet should always be the first line of defense, supplements can help fill nutritional gaps when recommended by a healthcare provider.
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Guests will receive medical and nutritional support, as well as counseling and connections to permanent housing.
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Good Chop is dedicated to providing the finest cuts of meat while promoting sustainable practices.
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The company threw a lavish caviar party at Cannes and in May hosted panels promoting its cinematic tool at Amazon’s AI on the Lot event in Culver City.
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That was huge, because Mary has had the realization that what was supposed to be a nurturing maternal force in her life had a damaging impact on her.
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Too many nonprofits rely heavily on social platforms or short-term fundraising pushes instead of consistently nurturing donor relationships.
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Discovering, fostering and giving a voice to new talents is one of the main objectives of Vuelta, said chairman Jérôme Levy in a statement.
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Integrity is crucial, fostering trust and vulnerability among guests, with Witt prioritizing active listening over interrogation to allow genuine stories to unfold.
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“Nourishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourishing. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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