nurturing

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Despite administering many of his father’s affairs and nurturing relations with the powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, Khamenei remains a largely mysterious figure to Iranians.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Lex has a larger-than-life personality — he is sure, protective and affirming of Petar, while Petar is calm, grounding and nurturing of Lex.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

"Omra was so young, her parents should have been nurturing her, allowing her to grow into the child she would become," he said.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

You can also volunteer with a nonprofit to expand your skills—while also nurturing your bigger purpose.

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

The substitute Laborers, who would be given a different holiday, took over all the necessary tasks: nurturing, food delivery, and care of the Old; and the community was free.

From "The Giver" by Lois Lowry