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nursing



ADJECTIVE
gaining nourishment by suckling
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The less-grueling training made it easier to plan and raise a family, said Peterson, who like most NPs received her bachelor of science in nursing before going on to get her advanced degree.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

The cub, whose coat is still peppered with reddish fur, is very active and still nursing, he said.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Those nursing their pints on Monday weren't sure.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Newsom’s office said that the growth of In-Home Supportive Services placements in California was “simple,” and due to California “keeping more people OUT of far more expensive nursing homes!”

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

“He’s just an old man in a nursing home.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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