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  • past tense form of nest.
  • past participle of nest.
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nested

[nes-tid] / ˈnɛs tɪd /


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Now, a group of the birds have nested at an industrial estate near Guildford, with the hope they will rear chicks in the coming years.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

The pair have nested at Careys Secret Garden since 2022.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

It may be nested centered over the 300px or 355px artboard.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026

Shortly after, a pair of eagles nested on the north side, bolstering Big Bear Valley’s role as vital habitat for the birds of prey.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026

What if the house was nested with Germans or Russians?

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys




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