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Recent Examples of nutriment
By linking multiple trees, each fungus diversifies its source of nutriment and hedges against the demise of a single tree or species.
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Rebecca Giggs, The Atlantic, 17 June 2021
The number and the quality of seeds determines the greater or lesser presence of insects, which, as is well known, are the principal nutriment of numerous bird populations.
—Longreads, 23 Mar. 2021
The rich nutriments that are part of the marine ecosystem provide a host of habitats and opportunity for sea life.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Orange County Register, 5 Apr. 2017
Rebecca Giggs, The Atlantic, 17 June 2021
The number and the quality of seeds determines the greater or lesser presence of insects, which, as is well known, are the principal nutriment of numerous bird populations.
—Longreads, 23 Mar. 2021
The rich nutriments that are part of the marine ecosystem provide a host of habitats and opportunity for sea life.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Orange County Register, 5 Apr. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nutriment
Noun
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Until the device is on the market, there are several other ways to make sure your baby is getting enough nourishment.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
26 May 2025
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Pollinator pots are small containers designed to provide an easy source of nourishment for pollinators.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 June 2025
Noun
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Not for sustenance, not for shelter, but for a popular toy: Labubu.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
3 July 2025
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For in-flight sustenance, Manaker recommends packing wholesome snacks (think: nuts, seeds, and granola bars) to help maintain energy levels throughout the journey.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2025
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However, a vegan diet isn’t entirely healthy either.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Eat a balanced diet—supplements work best alongside healthy foods, not as a replacement.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
Noun
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The event will feature food and drinks for sale, open art galleries that audience members can visit during intermission and more.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 July 2025
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That’s on top of massive cuts in food assistance since the Trump regime returned to power — at a time when food insecurity has risen in all 50 states since 2021.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Saville’s palimpsests of charcoal offered a concentrated representation of the maternal journey, with the rewards of nurture and the pain of sacrifice present in the same instant.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
9 June 2025
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The benchmarks and tools of 2025 empower you to go beyond surface-level metrics and build strategies that resonate with decision makers, nurture leads and grow your business.—
Andrew Faridani,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Positioned for potential glory by influential film festivals including Sundance and Cannes, early contenders for the 2026 Oscars include both high-brow international fare and heavyweight competitors hailing from major movies directed by Hollywood royalty.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
7 July 2025
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What that book actually is can depend largely on personal taste: Romance novels and gripping thrillers have long been considered classic summer fare.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
3 July 2025
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“Nutriment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nutriment. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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