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verb

past tense of nourish
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as in sustained
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 nourished
Adjective
After four weeks of consistent use, her skin felt calmer, more nourished, and visibly plumper. Jenny Berg, InStyle, 4 June 2026 Every single person and living creature on the planet is safe and well nourished. Jeff Goldblum, Vanity Fair, 8 Apr. 2026 With regular use, omega-3s help support calmer, nourished, and more resilient skin and hair. Emily Orofino, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2026 Plus, its travel-friendly tub fits inside my makeup case for nourished nails on the go. Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026 This simple one-dish entrée keeps those flavors front and center and will leave you and your guests feeling nourished and satisfied. Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 29 Nov. 2025 To strengthen the scalp and the strands themselves and promote nourished hair from the root to the ends, Vegamour gummies are formulated with biotin, vitamins B5, B6, and B12, along with vitamins A, C, and E. Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 15 Nov. 2025 As the color soaked in, my skin felt soft and nourished—not dry and begging for moisture—thanks to aloe vera, jojoba oil, and Australian macadamia oil. Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025 After all, beneath a full glam beat is a nourished complexion and healthy strands—and that makes all the difference. Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
What was unusual about the two dead humpback whales, Dunkin said, is that both seemed to be properly nourished. Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 15 June 2026 Funk recommends applying a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every two weeks to keep your plants nourished and well-fed. Cori Sears, The Spruce, 8 June 2026 What separates Babylonstoren from the many, many wineries and exceptional hotels in and around the Winelands though is its 12-acre garden, designed by French garden architect Patrice Taravella, that has since been nurtured and nourished by an incredible team of landscapists and horticulturists. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 The hydrating ingredients leave dry skin feeling nourished, comfortable, and ready to take on whatever the day brings. Kieaundria Bellamy, InStyle, 29 May 2026 The working dynamic that 16mm created nourished us with life and mystery throughout the shoot. Roberto Prieto, Variety, 19 May 2026 Once the roads open and the Miura’s tachometer sweeps past 4,000 rpm, your ears are nourished by a cultured snarl that builds to a hammering roar. Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 18 May 2026 Wood cabinets also need to be nourished, and Greene recommends products like Beezwax or Liquid Gold to restore the polish and shine to wood cabinets. Heather Bien, Southern Living, 30 Apr. 2026 The products act as nail care treatments,and thanks to a base coat rich in hexanal, your nails are nourished and protected. Tory Johnson, ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourished
Adjective
  • While Pochettino said the substitution was purely precautionary, American fans will likely remain uneasy until Pulisic is back on the field and fully healthy.
    Matt Reigle, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
  • Four hours after a meal, a healthy stomach has cleared all but about 10% of its contents.
    Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
Verb
  • Insider tip Yunnan and Kunming are known for their flowers, both wild and cultivated, so the hotel’s floral arrangements and garden landscapes are particularly beautiful.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026
  • CookUnity, a meal preparation subscription service with menus cultivated by local chefs, provides 40 to 60 half plates filled with ready-to-go meals, and places like Turnberry sometimes provide shrimp and other quality ingredients.
    Delia Rose Sauer, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
Verb
  • Five officers responding to the crash site were also transported to a local hospital for treatment related to injuries sustained during the rescue operation, Loredo Police Public Information Officer Jose Espinoza told CNN.
    Diego Mendoza, CNN Money, 17 June 2026
  • Donni is another label synonymous with the style—its taffeta cargo pant has sustained popularity in certain corners of the internet.
    Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 June 2026
Verb
  • His ideas have been nurtured within a close and influential cohort.
    Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 12 June 2026
  • Options open to the MCC include developing ‘drop-in’ pitches, grown and nurtured elsewhere on the Lord’s site before being moved in trays to the middle, or digging up a pitch entirely.
    Paul Newman, New York Times, 9 June 2026
Adjective
  • The symphony sounds remarkably hale under Payare’s baton, and as the movement grew, so did the power and immediacy of the orchestra, always bringing balance and poise back to the beloved processional of the main melody.
    Luke Schulze, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Nov. 2022
  • Oscar, still hale and hearty, celebrated his 15th birthday in July of 2022.
    Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 29 Oct. 2022
Verb
  • Those who experienced the earthquake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form.
    CA Earthquake Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 June 2026
  • Although the concept encouraged spaces that felt open, airy, and perfectly curated, in practice, the trend was anything but practical.
    Cori Sears, The Spruce, 14 June 2026
Verb
  • Green Dot founder Steve Barr stipulated that his group’s schools would be union represented — but that commitment satisfied only a small number of opponents.
    Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
  • The juxtaposition of glossy and matte papers satisfied the papyrophile in Nilsson while adding a chewy subtext for viewers.
    Jeremy Lybarger, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Verb
  • The accusations against Burton have raised questions about his criminal background and the vetting process city officials use before hiring someone for Safe Streets.
    Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
  • Alex Call’s nice running catch of Edgar Quero’s foul down the left-field line ended the inning and raised the stakes.
    Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2026

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