Definition of alimentnext
as in food
something that maintains or stimulates the intellect complained that he had to drive for hours to find any sort of cultural aliment when visiting his parents' rural home

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Noun
  • The organization warned that as search-and-rescue teams begin to scale back operations, humanitarian needs—particularly food, medical care and protection services—could intensify rather than diminish.
    Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
  • Intestinal infections, which caused severe diarrhea and dehydration, were common in 1776 because of poor sanitation and contaminated food and water, especially in military camps, per NIH and NLM.
    Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
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  • The new Clear Protein Refreshers deliver 10 grams of protein, three grams of fiber, collagen, electrolytes, prebiotics, and 45 mg of caffeine for lasting nourishment and a light boost.
    ABC News, ABC News, 2 July 2026
  • When movement is restricted, when stress accumulates, when sleep is neglected, when nourishment is poor, and when our nervous system is overwhelmed, imbalance begins to appear.
    Sherry McAllister, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
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“Aliment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aliment. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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