- present tense form of nourish (3rd person singular).
nourishes
Example Sentences
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A rich stew of influences nourishes his work.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 8, 2026
It’s taking up space that could be used for food you actually want to eat — food that nourishes you, that doesn’t make you wince a little every time you see it.
From Salon ● Mar. 19, 2026
Scientists have known for years that a lattice of blood vessels nourishes cells in the retina that allow us to see -- but it's been a mystery how the intricate structure is created.
From Science Daily ● May 24, 2024
Her book is an invitation to ask what nourishes us?
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 12, 2024
“To nourish the falcon. And the falcon then nourishes man. And, eventually, man will nourish your sands, where the game will once again flourish. That’s how the world goes.”
From "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho
