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as in promotes
to help the growth or development of
wanted to find the art school that would best nurture his artistic talent
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as in educates
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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Recent Examples of nurtures
Eva Thomas, InStyle, 30 Dec. 2025
New technology nurtures the mining industry.
—Peter Müllner, The Conversation, 10 Dec. 2025
Guided by the belief that movement nurtures both mind and body, and by the Japanese principle of kaizen—or continuous improvement—the brand’s innovations have defined what running shoes can be.
—Cory Smith, Outside, 3 Dec. 2025
Getting creative with my style nurtures the confidence that empowers me to show up in the world authentically.
—Essence, 24 Sep. 2025
The vegan lip treatment delivers intense moisture via a peptide that smoothes and plumps, as well as hyaluronic acid that nurtures dry skin.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
The event also brought together key stakeholders, influencers, and potential funders to celebrate and support grassroots organizations, including the recording studio, community outreach group Epic Partners and Coach Core, which nurtures young sports coaches.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 9 Sep. 2025
It’s set up as an incubator that nurtures people of color to ensure they are equipped to join the operational side of the fashion business, driving changes in equity, diversity and inclusion in fashion.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Eelgrass lining the bay bottom nurtures the ecosystem.
—Steven Rosenfeld, Mercury News, 6 Sep. 2025
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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
New technology nurtures the mining industry.
—Peter Müllner, The Conversation, 10 Dec. 2025
Guided by the belief that movement nurtures both mind and body, and by the Japanese principle of kaizen—or continuous improvement—the brand’s innovations have defined what running shoes can be.
—Cory Smith, Outside, 3 Dec. 2025
Getting creative with my style nurtures the confidence that empowers me to show up in the world authentically.
—Essence, 24 Sep. 2025
The vegan lip treatment delivers intense moisture via a peptide that smoothes and plumps, as well as hyaluronic acid that nurtures dry skin.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
The event also brought together key stakeholders, influencers, and potential funders to celebrate and support grassroots organizations, including the recording studio, community outreach group Epic Partners and Coach Core, which nurtures young sports coaches.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 9 Sep. 2025
It’s set up as an incubator that nurtures people of color to ensure they are equipped to join the operational side of the fashion business, driving changes in equity, diversity and inclusion in fashion.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Eelgrass lining the bay bottom nurtures the ecosystem.
—Steven Rosenfeld, Mercury News, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nurtures
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The Kaizen Approach is a Japanese philosophy that promotes incremental change in organizations at every level.—
Dan Pompei,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The National Endowment for Democracy, which promotes freedom across Latin America including in Cuba, has named Eddy Acevedo, a longtime expert in Western Hemisphere politics, as its vice president for policy and government relations.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2026
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
David M. Ewalt,
Scientific American,
7 Nov. 2025
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Proceeds from the concert will benefit the Painted Turtle, which provides a summer camp experience for kids with serious medical issues, and the Bridge School, which educates children with severe speech and physical disabilities.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
26 Oct. 2025
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That is the creative energy that crosses everything together, that sustains and fosters growth and enhances everything in life.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
6 Jan. 2026
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The electorate of this country often embraces the pendulum effect — and that chance of a swing in our political fortunes sustains my optimism for a future of peace and goodwill towards men.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Jan. 2026
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Besides the gleaming blue hull, the 60-footer has an open layout that encourages sociability while promoting privacy in areas like the sunbed at the stern or foredeck lounge.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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Each troll has a name and a story that encourages nature exploration and ultimately finding ways to protect the earth.—
Khadejeh Nikouyeh,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Nov. 2025
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
9 Jan. 2026
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The sales pitch rhetoric inspires few.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Jan. 2026
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Alain Paul’s ballet background nourishes his collections and gives a very clear and compelling storytelling angle.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
8 Oct. 2025
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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
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In her own life, Kat cultivates those conditions.—
Rowan Jacobsen,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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By fostering an internal environment where employees are encouraged to question assumptions, share expertise, and engage in reflective thinking, The Rise Group cultivates the intellectual space needed to pursue meaningful insights.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
17 Oct. 2025
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The Empath fosters psychological safety, inclusive dialogue and a culture of empathy.—
Kelly Jones,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Since its founding, Facebook has described itself as a kind of public service that fosters relationships.—
Damon Beres,
The Atlantic,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Nurtures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nurtures. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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