1
: the profession of a nurse
schools of nursing
2
: the duties of a nurse
proper nursing is difficult work
Examples of nursing in a Sentence
She has been employed in nursing for several years now.
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Caroll, who has a background in nursing and lifeguarding, then rushed out to help.
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Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Although the specifics of that proposal are not yet clear, last year’s version would have allowed districts to apply for reimbursements for expenses such as nursing, interpreting, physical therapy or specialized equipment.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
That new moms don’t leak at work, that precious breastmilk never gets spilled in the nursing room.
—Literary Hub, 8 Jan. 2026
There are currently 1,693 full-time vacancies for nursing faculty positions, according to a survey in 2024 by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.
—Kymberlee Montgomery, The Conversation, 7 Jan. 2026
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Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Although the specifics of that proposal are not yet clear, last year’s version would have allowed districts to apply for reimbursements for expenses such as nursing, interpreting, physical therapy or specialized equipment.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
That new moms don’t leak at work, that precious breastmilk never gets spilled in the nursing room.
—Literary Hub, 8 Jan. 2026
There are currently 1,693 full-time vacancies for nursing faculty positions, according to a survey in 2024 by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.
—Kymberlee Montgomery, The Conversation, 7 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for nursing
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“Nursing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nursing. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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