nurtures 1 of 2

present tense third-person singular of nurture
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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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as in sustains
to supply with nourishment nurtured their children through the long winters with home-cooked soup

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nurtures

2 of 2

noun

plural of nurture

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Verb
  • Intel also promotes a vast ecosystem of more than 200 independent software vendors developing commercial applications and services tailored to its platform.
    PCMAG, PCMAG, 6 Jan. 2025
  • That promotes healthy rainfall patterns and keeps the hydrological cycle moving.
    Dan Lambe, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • This strategic approach effectively gains and sustains ongoing interaction.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • What sustains a show is whether a love affair feels deep, whether a character comes by a change in perspective honestly.
    Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 18 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Lake County’s Adopt-a-Lake program encourages local civic organizations, individuals and business groups to adopt a segment of a lake’s shoreline and is somewhat similar to the county’s Adopt-a-Roadway program.
    Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2025
  • But Chris Hayes of MSNBC encourages you to appreciate idleness.
    Ian Prasad Philbrick, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Structure in a way that best inspires, enables and empowers people to leverage their own and others’ capabilities together in support of the strategy.
    George Bradt, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Through their collaboration, Willis and Merida have created a work that not only celebrates Kamala Harris’s achievements but also inspires readers to see themselves in the story of history being made.
    Melissa Noel, Essence, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • One way most people embrace that spirit is by getting back to what nourishes their body and spirit.
    Drew Gerber, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Nexxus Repair & Nourish Ultra Lightweight Hair Oil The Nexxus Repair & Nourish Ultra Lightweight Hair Oil weightlessly nourishes the hair and boosts shine to prep strands for any look.
    Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • By fostering an environment where team members feel valued and heard, Tesla cultivates a culture of accountability and excellence.
    Wayne Yu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Leaders must communicate a compelling vision that not only draws in top talent, but also cultivates a workplace culture that supports long-term engagement.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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  • Research highlights that taking intentional breaks fosters well-being, improves performance, and enhances long-term decision-making.
    Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This culture of experimentation not only fosters originality but also empowers teams to challenge conventions and explore new solutions with confidence.
    Rhea Wessel, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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