nurturing
Example Sentences
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"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
A Sheep is nurturing, sensitive and empathetic, and the Horse baby brings energy and momentum into the Sheep parent’s world.
From Los Angeles Times
You can also volunteer with a nonprofit to expand your skills—while also nurturing your bigger purpose.
From Barron's
There, an athlete can adopt a houseplant for the duration of his or her stay, nurturing it for a couple weeks before it’s donated to a local charity, perhaps for auction.
From Los Angeles Times
Nasdaq, introduced in 1971, grew into the NYSE’s chief rival by nurturing tech innovators and taking trading online.
From Barron's
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