nourishment

as in food
something that maintains or stimulates the intellect a series of fantasy novels that provide wonderful nourishment for a child's imagination

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Recent Examples of nourishment Meanwhile, Jupiter in Cancer brings expansion and a sense of emotional validation, especially when regarding themes of family, nourishment and security. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025 Aloe vera helps add softness and shine, coconut oil delivers moisture and cuts down on frizz, and cacay oil provides lightweight nourishment. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 30 Sep. 2025 That focus on people—on nourishment and care—shows up in other parts of her life too. Essence, 25 Sep. 2025 The change from original projections of approximately 3,200 cubic yards reflects the strict permit requirements limiting nourishment to areas above the mean high tide line, as well as dynamic beach and environmental conditions, officials said. Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 17 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for nourishment
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  • All living Gaza hostages are now free 20 living hostages were returned to Israel by Hamas after being held in underground tunnels with little food, water, or medical care for two years.
    Diane Brady, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Highlights include nature walks and hands-on activities led by science center educators, live music from several performers and food and drink from local vendors.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 14 Oct. 2025
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  • Thus, even if a farmer primarily relied on corn for sustenance and/or trade, planting beans and squash alongside the maize increased the nutritive value of the same area.
    JSTOR Daily, JSTOR Daily, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Each restaurant feels distinct yet aligned, fostering the sense that food here isn’t just sustenance but part of the overall experience.
    Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025

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“Nourishment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourishment. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.

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