nursed
Example Sentences
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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
They don't need to: the pups will happily take turns being nursed from the same mammary gland, and this devoted and well-cared-for mother spends plenty of time with each of her many, many beloved children.
From Salon ● May 11, 2025
Young fathers nursed cold and crying babies on their shoulders.
From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers
