nourishes

present tense third-person singular of nourish
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as in sustains
to supply with nourishment we've always been nourished by such good food when staying at their house

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Recent Examples of nourishes While the colloidal gold soothes inflammation and nourishes the skin with antioxidants, hexapeptides smooth out the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, while Damask rose helps strengthen the skin barrier. Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024 This paraben-free formula deeply nourishes skin to leave it brighter, more hydrated and glowing all season long. Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourishes
Verb
  • Enjoying undisturbed sleep also promotes muscle and tissue growth and recovery, so has been helpful for reducing some of my skin issues and helping with post-workout recovery.
    Devinder Bains, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Melatonin increases drowsiness and promotes sleep.
    Sanja Jelic, Verywell Health, 3 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • If that sustains or even improves in Toronto, Mitchell’s role with the Raptors could drastically change in the short and long term.
    Esfandiar Baraheni, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Much as our blood vessels send life-sustaining fluid throughout our bodies, these tunnels convey the precious water that sustains all life in this region.
    Martin Broen, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • Cruising retrograde, Jupiter encourages a little healing in partnership with Chiron.
    Jennifer Culp, Them, 4 Oct. 2024
  • With heartfelt lyrics and a powerful melody, the song encourages listeners to rise above their struggles and find strength in their beliefs.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 4 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • Having worked for a domestic violence nonprofit, all of this raises red flags.
    R. Eric Thomas, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
  • CoJax acknowledges its dependence on future issuances of equity or other financings to fund ongoing operations, which raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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  • Miami Dade is a member of New America’s Public Interest Technology Network, which cultivates tech professionals who are ethics-savvy.
    Shalin Jyotishi, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Situated on 104 acres, Breaux Vineyards cultivates 17 varietals and is renowned for its Old World-style wines, including award-winning nebbiolo and meritage blends.
    Taryn White, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • This approach fosters loyalty and justifies the recurring cost, driving long-term customer retention.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This safety net fosters open communication, where innovation and creative problem-solving thrive.
    Lynda Silsbee, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024

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“Nourishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourishes. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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