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as in to promote
to help the growth or development of
wanted to nourish her students' love of art
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as in to raise
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 nourish
Hydrating skin care, nourishing hair care, and the best winter perfumes the beauty world has to offer are nonnegotiables.
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Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 5 Dec. 2024
The berries of both deciduous and evergreen types of holly are enjoyed safely by birds, nourishing them during leaner seasons of fall and winter.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2024
Carol Nealy, whose 9-year-old son Johnathan plays the violin, said the church has the ability to nourish the community — be it with food, spirituality or music.
—Deepa Bharath, Los Angeles Times, 2 Dec. 2024
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—Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
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Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 5 Dec. 2024
The berries of both deciduous and evergreen types of holly are enjoyed safely by birds, nourishing them during leaner seasons of fall and winter.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2024
Carol Nealy, whose 9-year-old son Johnathan plays the violin, said the church has the ability to nourish the community — be it with food, spirituality or music.
—Deepa Bharath, Los Angeles Times, 2 Dec. 2024
SheaMoisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie $18 $13 Amazon SheaMoisture’s Curl Enhancing Smoothie gives every strand TLC, defining and coating curls with nourishing coconut oil and silk protein for a megawatt shine.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
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Finding and tracking a big, healthy bear is a positive sign for the Black Bear Program and efforts to promote the recovery of the bear population in Mississippi.Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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The administration's last-minute federal rules and regulations have been in the works for months to promote components of Biden's agenda ‒ such as combatting climate change, reducing fees for consumers and lowering drug prices.Joey Garrison, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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With the help of American biologist Lynn Margulis, however, Lovelock would develop and sustain the idea that organic and inorganic elements of the planet contributed to a global, self-regulating being.Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
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The suspect sustained life-threatening injuries and has since died at the hospital, Wilson said Sunday afternoon, adding that the homeowner is cooperating with police.Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 8 Dec. 2024
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There have been countless investigations, books, movies and documentaries that raise legitimate questions about whether Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone.Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 18 Dec. 2024
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Ami Vitale Created to raise awareness and support projects dedicated to biodiversity conservation, the 2024 Annual Print Initiative gathers 100 fine-art prints from photographers such as Nick Brandt, Jim Naughten, Brian Skerry, Cristina Mittermeier, and Ami Vitale.Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
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Leaders who cultivate data literacy and technological fluency can confidently navigate AI's complexities.William Arruda, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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However, the red-carpet treatment highlighted European leaders' eagerness to cultivate relationships with the incoming U.S. administration, particularly given the complex global challenges ahead.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
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Recognizing, nurturing and retaining great talent has always been important to business success.Jeff Maggs, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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All described an iconoclastic and driven auteur who loved to nurture and support younger filmmakers.CBS News, CBS News, 9 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, Tusk has continued to emphasize his dedication to fostering dialogue, including meetings with key leaders such as Friedrich Merz, head of Germany's CDU party, who recently visited Kyiv.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Farrar’s goal was to foster a discussion of initial concerns voiced by several virologists that features of the virus appeared to be man-made.Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
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If a person has a bad reaction to a vaccine, federal officials encourage reporting to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System, which is part of the Department of Health and Human Services.Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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Major cities including Shanghai and Beijing are launching a new round of voucher programs to encourage local consumption before the holidays, also lifting sentiment.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 13 Dec. 2024
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Federal officials said the company must still satisfy certain technical, legal, environmental and financial conditions before the loan is funded.Melody Petersen, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
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Whether your giftee is a devout Salt & Straw follower or new to the beloved ice cream shop, this frosty gift is sure to satisfy their sweet cravings.Anna Haines, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Nourish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourish. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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