nutriment

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Recent Examples of nutriment By linking multiple trees, each fungus diversifies its source of nutriment and hedges against the demise of a single tree or species. Rebecca Giggs, The Atlantic, 17 June 2021 The number and the quality of seeds determines the greater or lesser presence of insects, which, as is well known, are the principal nutriment of numerous bird populations. Longreads, 23 Mar. 2021 The rich nutriments that are part of the marine ecosystem provide a host of habitats and opportunity for sea life. Erika I. Ritchie, Orange County Register, 5 Apr. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nutriment
Noun
  • The pair sought to build and harness a population of people passionate about health and nourishment and zealous about respecting and caring for the land.
    Penny E Schwartz, Oc Register, 13 July 2025
  • 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, 11 July 2025
Noun
  • Not for sustenance, not for shelter, but for a popular toy: Labubu.
    Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 3 July 2025
  • For in-flight sustenance, Manaker recommends packing wholesome snacks (think: nuts, seeds, and granola bars) to help maintain energy levels throughout the journey.
    Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2025
Noun
  • However, a vegan diet isn’t entirely healthy either.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 July 2025
  • To reduce risk, the researchers recommend adopting a healthy lifestyle that includes exercising regularly, eating a nutritious diet, minimizing alcohol intake, remaining mentally active, and seeing a doctor to address any medical problem known to increase the likelihood of dementia.
    Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • If crops and fruits are only partially harvested, food prices will go up.
    Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
  • For Red Circle Inn's general manager, Kyle Johnson, food is only part of the story.
    Jim Riccioli, jsonline.com, 15 July 2025
Noun
  • But here’s the paradox most leaders miss: Safety nurtures creativity, but discomfort creates growth.
    Johan Martinez-Khalilian, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
  • Depositphotos Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have a compelling new data point to add to the nature vs. nurture debate about what shapes human behavior and traits.
    Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 20 June 2025
Noun
  • But both United and Delta pointed to strength in their premium cabins, where seats are several times more expensive than a coach fare, as well as in their loyalty programs.
    Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 18 July 2025
  • Games take years to make, with some budgets ballooning over $500 million—more than most Hollywood movies, save for the blockbuster superhero-type fare.
    Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 July 2025

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“Nutriment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nutriment. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.

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