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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
CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
The novel nurtures curiosity and empathy.
—Azar Nafisi, Time, 3 Feb. 2026
Guests are invited to become part of the journey — kneading bread, baking cookies, gathering fresh eggs, or plucking herbs for cocktails — while learning how regenerative farming nurtures both flavor and sustainability.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Speak gently and firmly, because safety nurtures real closeness.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
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
Leadership provides the vision and structure for innovation, while mentorship nurtures the individuals who bring that vision to life.
—IEEE Spectrum, 17 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
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The Group nurtures a culture built on empowerment, agility, and continuous learning.
—CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
The novel nurtures curiosity and empathy.
—Azar Nafisi, Time, 3 Feb. 2026
Guests are invited to become part of the journey — kneading bread, baking cookies, gathering fresh eggs, or plucking herbs for cocktails — while learning how regenerative farming nurtures both flavor and sustainability.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Speak gently and firmly, because safety nurtures real closeness.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
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
Leadership provides the vision and structure for innovation, while mentorship nurtures the individuals who bring that vision to life.
—IEEE Spectrum, 17 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nurtures
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My commitment has always been to administering justice in a manner that promotes accountability, respects victims, supports the integrity of our legal institutions, and reinforces public confidence that the courts are a stabilizing force — regardless of political climate or external pressure.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Feb. 2026
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The Islamic Republic of Iran’s atrocities against demonstrators opposed to the regime has reportedly resulted in security forces killing at least 19 Iranian Christians, according to Article 18, an organization that promotes religious freedom in Iran.—
Benjamin Weinthal,
FOXNews.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Simon Makin,
Scientific American,
13 Feb. 2026
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The Alzheimer’s Association educates the public that finding Alzheimer’s disease early is key to getting them information, care and support quickly.—
Letters to the Editor,
Hartford Courant,
12 Feb. 2026
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Prohibition undermines personal liberty, sends billions in potential revenue to other states, and sustains dangerous black markets instead of replacing them with a safe, regulated system.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Medicaid exists to provide access to health care, not to penalize the unpaid labor that sustains families and communities.—
Emily D. Tisdale,
STAT,
12 Feb. 2026
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The evening was more about the vibe; Gelman encourages all guests to dress up in fancy cocktail attire.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
13 Feb. 2026
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Perhaps that’s because, unlike other reality dating TV shows like The Bachelor and Love Island, the series encourages frank conversations about politics and social issues that mirror dating in the modern age.—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
12 Feb. 2026
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There’s a lot of fear of China in Japan, economically and militarily, and, even though people understand there’s interdependence between the two countries, Takaichi is seen as being willing to stand up to China, which inspires a kind of nationalism.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
10 Feb. 2026
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
10 Feb. 2026
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Above all, remember that food—eaten at any pace—nourishes the body.—
Jamie Friedlander Serrano,
Time,
22 Jan. 2026
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Ask gently yet clearly, because knowledge nourishes affection.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Jan. 2026
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That cultivates community on campus, Dassinger added.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Feb. 2026
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The hope is that Daboll adds some stability and cultivates a better environment for the young quarterback than Ward had in a tumultuous rookie season that saw his first head coach (Brian Callahan) fired early in the season.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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Widows and Widowers group holds events The Catholic Widows and Widowers of North County, a group that fosters friendships through various social activities, will hold these upcoming events.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Feb. 2026
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The women there spoke to the princess about how the skill fosters a sense of community bonding and belonging, a palace source says.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Nurtures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nurtures. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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