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nurturing

[nur-cher-ing] / ˈnɜr tʃər ɪŋ /
NOUN
maintenance
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Listeners interpret Kiedis’ lyrics in many ways, but regardless of what he intended, the song’s message circles back to nurturing and harnessing one’s individuality into a creative fuel.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Garcia transitioned into the position of rehearsal director and discovered a love for nurturing the company culture.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

It underwrites the sorts of elite cultural and educational institutions that Alexis de Tocqueville and others believed an egalitarian democracy would have difficulty nurturing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

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

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

But her father remained in town, and her mother, when she wasn’t nurturing her migraines, seemed distant, even unfriendly.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan