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as in promotes
to help the growth or development of
wanted to find the art school that would best nurture his artistic talent
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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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Intel also promotes a vast ecosystem of more than 200 independent software vendors developing commercial applications and services tailored to its platform.—
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That promotes healthy rainfall patterns and keeps the hydrological cycle moving.—
Dan Lambe,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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This strategic approach effectively gains and sustains ongoing interaction.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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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
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Pruning also stimulates branching, which encourages more flowers.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2025
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Joe Kauffman, Texas regional vice president for System Pavers, encourages homeowners to look for intimate hangout niches in their yards.—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2025
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The moon’s connection to Mercury inspires trust.—
USA TODAY,
USA TODAY,
10 Mar. 2025
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Passion changes minds and inspires action.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Implementing structure nourishes your creativity under the Pisces moon.—
USA TODAY,
USA TODAY,
28 Feb. 2025
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While most products used for the technique are too heavy for oily skin, this sleeping mask boasts a gel-cream texture that effectively nourishes skin without suffocating it.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
10 Feb. 2025
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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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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
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This fosters self-reflection and promoting continual improvement in their leadership abilities.—
Betsy Pudliner,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Mills Act fosters responsible stewardship of these resources, ensuring that our city’s history remains a vibrant and tangible part of its future.—
Bruce D Coons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Nurtures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nurtures. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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