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as in cultivated
to help the growth or development of
wanted to nourish her students' love of art
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as in sustained
to supply with nourishment
we've always been nourished by such good food when staying at their house
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as in nurtured
to bring to maturity through care and education
he willingly nourished a child that was not his own
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Recent Examples of nourished
Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Our tester Kiana raved about the creamy lather, which did a great job of making her skin feel clean, nourished, and radiant.
—Olivia Rose Rushing, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026
This simple one-dish entrée keeps those flavors front and center and will leave you and your guests feeling nourished and satisfied.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 29 Nov. 2025
To strengthen the scalp and the strands themselves and promote nourished hair from the root to the ends, Vegamour gummies are formulated with biotin, vitamins B5, B6, and B12, along with vitamins A, C, and E.
—Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 15 Nov. 2025
At the same time, nutrient-rich botanicals like sacha inchi and morete oil deeply hydrate hair follicles, leaving strands feeling nourished, balanced, and revitalized.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
As the color soaked in, my skin felt soft and nourished—not dry and begging for moisture—thanks to aloe vera, jojoba oil, and Australian macadamia oil.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025
After all, beneath a full glam beat is a nourished complexion and healthy strands—and that makes all the difference.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 22 Sep. 2025
Sacramento Bee Staff, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Not only has the household brand committed to affordable prices, but this bar in particular focuses on gentle moisture that leaves limbs silky smooth and well-nourished for hours on end.
—Olivia Rose Rushing, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026
Knowing what to avoid in bird feeders is essential to keeping avian visitors healthy and nourished.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 6 Jan. 2026
Wood cabinets also need to be nourished, and Greene recommends products like Beezwax or Liquid Gold to restore the polish and shine to wood cabinets.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2025
Feed with Compost Apply compost to your hydrangeas at the end of the fall season to keep them nourished during the winter months.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2025
Ceramides are lipids naturally found in the skin barrier that help retain moisture, so combining these two ingredients is a must to keep skin comfortable and nourished, especially during the drier, colder months.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2025
This approach places more health than environment at the forefront, understanding that when families are nourished, communities become more resilient.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 14 Nov. 2025
The goal is to pack on a little extra fat that will help keep them warm and nourished in the colder days of winter.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025
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Plus, its travel-friendly tub fits inside my makeup case for nourished nails on the go.
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Farmers worked the soil, nourished by those rivers.
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The Panthers are pretty darn healthy this time of year compared to many teams, and that has undoubtedly helped.—
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We’re trapped by recent history — the prior year’s numbers for healthy players are the top factor in every projection.—
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As officials worked to dismantle the culture that had been cultivated in Tocorón, Guerrero – who now sat at the helm of the transnational gang – broke out of the prison, along with several other members.—
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Believed in it and cultivated it.—
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Upon arriving at the home, police located a 12-year-old male who had sustained a gunshot wound.—
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Police said that one person sustained a minor leg injury when shots were fired at the officers, and they were taken to the hospital for treatment.—
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However, this rugged coastline has nurtured an impressive surf culture and offers stunning vistas.—
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What needs to be nurtured and challenged within you, your partners, and the relationship?—
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The symphony sounds remarkably hale under Payare’s baton, and as the movement grew, so did the power and immediacy of the orchestra, always bringing balance and poise back to the beloved processional of the main melody.—
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Oscar, still hale and hearty, celebrated his 15th birthday in July of 2022.—
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But Flint encouraged people to attend the commissioners’ court meeting and speak against the Comanche Circle proposal.—
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All retailers are being encouraged to honor customer claims.—
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This was clearly an audience satisfied with the show, but the reviews were oddly negative.—
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Gross satisfied an itch with his move to Dortmund, playing in the Champions League across 66 appearances, which included a goal and 15 assists, but Brighton is his spiritual home.—
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Republicans, who hold a super-minority in the Legislature and have long raised concerns about taxes and regulations overburdening California businesses, will likely oppose any tax bills.—
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Funds raised during the 2025 Grammy Awards telecast, MusiCares’ Persons of the Year event and additional fundraising efforts were used to help deal with housing instability, interrupted income, physical health complications and ongoing trauma.—
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“Nourished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourished. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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