nourishment

as in food
something that maintains or stimulates the intellect a series of fantasy novels that provide wonderful nourishment for a child's imagination

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Recent Examples of nourishment Much like its approach to skincare, Korean hair care is rooted in a philosophy of prevention, nourishment, and layering lightweight yet potent formulas. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025 Plus, it’s packed with pro-vitamin B5, algae extract, mango seed butter, avocado oil, and castor seed oil to deliver serious nourishment straight to the hair shaft. Annie Blackman, Allure, 7 Oct. 2025 Food and Drink As with all Soho House outposts, food serves as a bridge between nourishment and socializing. Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025 Meanwhile, Jupiter in Cancer brings expansion and a sense of emotional validation, especially when regarding themes of family, nourishment and security. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for nourishment
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  • According to the new research, which analyzed data from 125,000 children, there was a 36% decline in all food allergies between 2012 and 2020.
    Cara Lynn Shultz, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
  • There are also ramifications for the agriculture industry and food production.
    Nino Paoli, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025
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  • The Weld Food Bank serves 1,700 people a day through an emergency food box program and delivers sustenance to 600 homebound seniors every month.
    Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Thus, even if a farmer primarily relied on corn for sustenance and/or trade, planting beans and squash alongside the maize increased the nutritive value of the same area.
    JSTOR Daily, JSTOR Daily, 14 Oct. 2025

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“Nourishment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourishment. Accessed 27 Oct. 2025.

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