1
as in to cultivate
to help the growth or development of
wanted to find the art school that would best nurture his artistic talent
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2
as in to educate
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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as in nourishment
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Recent Examples of nurture
Brad Plumer, New York Times, 13 May 2025
Even the name, Mother, plays off the idea of duality—a nurturing figure, or the sting of an expletive.
—Caroline Griswold, Vogue, 13 May 2025
Dalton Conley, TIME, 19 Mar. 2025
This creates space for honest expression and nurtures trust rather than dependency.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Verb
At the same time, the Trump administration has proposed deep cuts and encouraged widespread layoffs at the Energy Department, which historically has played a leading role in nurturing new technologies.
—Brad Plumer, New York Times, 13 May 2025
Even the name, Mother, plays off the idea of duality—a nurturing figure, or the sting of an expletive.
—Caroline Griswold, Vogue, 13 May 2025
Noun
Scientists have long known that nature and nurture mutually reinforce each other.
—Dalton Conley, TIME, 19 Mar. 2025
This creates space for honest expression and nurtures trust rather than dependency.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nurture
Verb
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Their neighbors were literate, cultivated, liberal in their politics.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
18 May 2025
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The sun enters Gemini, cultivating a month of optimism and cattiness.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
16 May 2025
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From tackling the country’s vicious dictatorship to honing in on intimate personal narratives while shattering taboos, Chilean documentary filmmakers continue to push boundaries and adapt to the pulse of broader social cues, committing to wide-ranging themes that not only educate, but enthral.—
Holly Jones,
Variety,
17 May 2025
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Having traveled to 75 countries, bought real estate in 24, established businesses in 7, and educated her children in 4, Kathleen is the go-to expert on expat life.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Professionals who combat stress early experience fewer health problems and sustain higher performance levels throughout their careers.—
Kara Dennison,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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While Warner's performance in 2024 wasn't as impressive as seasons prior, the linebacker played through a broken ankle after sustaining the injury in Week 4.—
Valentina Martinez,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
Noun
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The gentle oil formula is ideal for more sensitive, dry scalps that might benefit from additional hydration and nourishment.—
Danielle Cohen,
Glamour,
2 May 2025
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Cay Skin Isle Lip Balm SPF 30 with Sea Moss and Aloe Stem Cells This lip balm, created by supermodel Winnie Harlow, is formulated to offer sun protection while delivering hydration and nourishment to the lips.—
Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Teens running social media accounts, promoting school events, or launching small ventures can immediately implement these strategies.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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The Royals promoted Caglianone to Triple-A Omaha a week ago — Sunday, May 18.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
25 May 2025
Verb
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On-site programming at Mountain Modern embraces Sedona's mystical vibes with crystal bowl sound baths, mindful meditation and breath work sessions, and ceremonies inspired by Indigenous traditions.—
Annie Archer,
Travel + Leisure,
27 May 2025
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Selling such toys violates a New York law inspired by police encounters that have resulted in fatalities because the guns, though harmless, look like actual firearms.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
27 May 2025
Noun
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And exile is set into motion by trauma, whether that be from a state set on genocide or climate change and the ravaging effects of colonialism that have stripped the land of all sustenance.—
Lorraine Berry,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2025
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Bears often search for sustenance in people’s yards in early spring and late fall by rummaging through garbage, chicken coops, and bird feeders.—
Benjamin Alva Polley,
Rolling Stone,
10 May 2025
Verb
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There is no fee to nominate and self-nominations are encouraged.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
26 May 2025
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Attendees are encouraged to bring new or gently used early-reader children’s books.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
25 May 2025
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“Nurture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nurture. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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