1
as in to cultivate
to help the growth or development of
wanted to find the art school that would best nurture his artistic talent
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2
as in to educate
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding
she feels that her lifelong practice of reading the Bible daily has nurtured her in ways she cannot describe
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as in nourishment
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Recent Examples of nurture
Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2025
Then there’s the lost opportunity to nurture new generations of scientists.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
Lauren Frayer, NPR, 9 May 2025
The color green is about nurture and growth, channeling manifestation and self-care energy.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2025
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Verb
That means providing youth with mentors, jobs and safe, nurturing spaces.
—Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2025
Then there’s the lost opportunity to nurture new generations of scientists.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
Noun
The National Trust and Northumberland National Park Authority also worked to sprout seeds and nurture cuttings from the famous tree.
—Lauren Frayer, NPR, 9 May 2025
The color green is about nurture and growth, channeling manifestation and self-care energy.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nurture
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Figgins hopes to create a space where training to be a dancer is safe and nurturing but also requires discipline and rigor necessary to cultivate students’ talents.—
Jeryl Brunner,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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On June 25, for instance, there will be a new moon in Cancer, which is all about emotional new beginnings and a time to cultivate and nurture what reminds us of home.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
12 June 2025
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Retail investors shouldn’t be seen as hurdles, but rather as opportunities for widespread adoption, and must be educated for sustainable innovation.—
Joash Lee,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Healthcare providers and community leaders must also educate patients about vaccination benefits, particularly for vulnerable groups like pregnant women and those with high exposure.—
Dr. Jerome Adams,
Time,
10 June 2025
Verb
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However, the umbrella did tip over during high winds, but fortunately sustained no damage from any of the falls.—
Sandi Schwartz,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2025
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But sustaining Izzy — her preferred monicker — is her ability to express her secret self through her private poetry.—
Frank Rizzo,
Variety,
13 June 2025
Noun
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In this story, the baby was in desperate need of nourishment, so the mother ran between two hills seven times to try to procure water for the baby.—
Monica Haider,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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Beach nourishment isn’t just about saving tourist destinations.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
5 June 2025
Verb
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Pollard was promoted to be executive vice president in 1980 and then president and chief operating officer in 1981 before he was named ServiceMaster’s CEO in 1983, succeeding Wessner.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
7 June 2025
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Drink Plenty of Water Drinking water may promote weight loss, but more research is needed.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
6 June 2025
Verb
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The film also stars Yul Vazquez, Ashlie Atkinson and Spencer Watson. Co-written by Greengrass and Brad Inglesby, The Lost Bus is inspired by true events featured in Lizzie Johnson’s 2021 book Paradise: One Town’s Struggle to Survive an American Wildfire.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
8 June 2025
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However, it’s inspired a trend that has been adopted by some of soccer’s biggest names — and sometimes, champagne isn’t even involved.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
8 June 2025
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Tortoises were the perfect sustenance—and not just because they could be kept alive onboard a ship for a year or more without food or water.—
Kevin Gepford,
Smithsonian Magazine,
15 Apr. 2025
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Our religions freely talk of the travesty of people being enriched by the labors of others while leaving them in want of adequate shelter or sustenance.—
Harvey Levine,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2025
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Trump reportedly encouraged Vance to strike a diplomatic tone publicly.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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Just two days later, Mercury enters Cancer, adding a layer of receptivity and emotional depth to conversations and exchanges, encouraging more empathy and understanding in your relationships.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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“Nurture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nurture. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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