as in food
something that maintains or stimulates the intellect my only sustenance on the long flight was a trashy novel I'd bought in the airport

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Recent Examples of sustenance For thousands of years humans have used snares to catch antelope, deer, and other game for sustenance. Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 16 Jan. 2025 In her text, Shafak demonstrates how to embody both mother and artist, both nurturer and creator, both source and seeker of sustenance. Fidan Cheikosman, JSTOR Daily, 1 Jan. 2025 For sustenance, a platform descends the center of the tower. Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 2 Jan. 2025 But here's the warning that many leaders fail to heed: Without deep roots, (values and purpose) and a strong trunk (performance system and habits), these achievements—like leaves without sustenance—will wither and fall. Jennifer Kamara, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sustenance 

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“Sustenance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sustenance. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.

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