nursed
Example Sentences
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Rhossi the Kemp's ridley sea turtle was found close to death in December 2023, and has been nursed back to health by staff at the Anglesey Sea Zoo.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
She nursed a swollen ankle after falling in the evacuation centre.
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
My husband had devotedly nursed me through my own illness, only to be hit by one far worse.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
A dog that was rescued from what an inspector described as one of the "worst jobs" of her career has found a new home with the vet who nursed her back to health.
From BBC ● Jan. 4, 2026
To make it last longer I pinched up little bites with my left hand while I nursed Martin on the right.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
