How to Use nourishing in a Sentence

nourishing

adjective
  • Seedlings, their roots bathed in this funky nourishing brew, grow big and strong.
    — Cory Perkins, WIRED, 14 Dec. 2013
  • What’s at stake is a glut of nourishing sugars trapped in the leaves.
    — Jo Craven McGinty, WSJ, 13 Oct. 2017
  • Fresh produce can be just as nourishing when used for the glow and texture of your skin.
    — Darcel Rockett, chicagotribune.com, 12 July 2019
  • At-home scalp treatments such as nourishing hair oils can also help keep it at bay.
    — Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 15 June 2023
  • This is a super nourishing cream for dry spots, and also for light cuts and scrapes.
    — Tim Chan, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Aug. 2023
  • Others, like this one, are hearty and nourishing meals in themselves.
    — David Tanis, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2018
  • That doesn’t mean these cookbooks don’t offer homey and nourishing recipes.
    — Kendra Nordin Beato, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Wilder recommends it for breakfast as a nourishing start to a new day.
    — Jennifer Rude Klett, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 2 June 2020
  • For a nourishing boost, pat on a face oil as a last step once the rest of your leave-on skincare products dry.
    — Blake Bakkila, Good Housekeeping, 29 Aug. 2018
  • Make bath time a treat for your furry best friend with this calming and nourishing shampoo.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
  • And the end result gives you a knockout, nourishing salad that can get you through any day.
    — Anna Thomas Bates, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2018
  • This deeply nourishing foot cream also includes tea tree oil and aloe vera to soothe dry foot skin.
    — Garrett Munce, Men's Health, 29 Mar. 2023
  • The deeply nourishing oil can help salvage dry, brittle tresses and may even give your locks added shine.
    — Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2018
  • For curly hair types, a curl cream is a true multi-tasker — a one-stop shop for styling and nourishing benefits.
    — Avery Stone, Peoplemag, 24 June 2024
  • Think color drenching with inky blues and nourishing greens or adding a dash of darkness as a feature wall.
    — Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2024
  • In my opinion, this creates a nourishing base for the lipsticks and tints that follow.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 24 July 2024
  • Adding a new scent can awaken your senses, and the right bath product can be highly nourishing for dry skin.
    — Nora Colomer, Fox News, 4 Feb. 2025
  • Think nourishing smoothies, fresh-from-the-boat fish tacos with hearty homemade green curries, and red lentil dahls.
    — Kelley Mullarkey, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Mar. 2023
  • Also, cook many nourishing meals in advance and freeze them before the baby comes.
    — Jessica Delfino, SELF, 23 May 2018
  • This time of year is full of quick food court bites between store stops and parties with snacks that are more fun than strictly nourishing.
    — Good Housekeeping, 21 Dec. 2019
  • The kimchi and spicy mayo give the dish pep, while the avocado, salmon, and rice taste nourishing and homey.
    — Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2023
  • An egg and some cheese are also a nourishing and satisfying way to begin the day.
    — Michael Ruhlman, The Mercury News, 16 May 2017
  • Speaking of frizz, the nourishing hair oil can tame it for up to 72 hours, according to the brand.
    — Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 2 May 2023
  • So bust out your sheet pan and get ready to try some new recipes that’ll make dinner more exciting, nourishing, and seamless.
    — Ashia Aubourg, SELF, 4 Jan. 2024
  • The deeply nourishing and restorative vegan formula works to help lips achieve a more even and brighter lip tone.
    — Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
  • This tingly, once-a-week treatment targets flaky, itchy scalps with a nourishing blend of tea tree leaf oil, aloe leaf extract, and snail mucin.
    — Sarah Han, Allure, 27 Nov. 2023
  • So remember, just like the nourishing rays that filter down from the jungle’s dense canopy, your fig needs good sun in your home, too.
    — Molly Marquand, Good Housekeeping, 15 Aug. 2016
  • This is the soup recipe that will come together in a flash and provide a nourishing supper for the family.
    — Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Cons Though the final product is nourishing and glossy, our tester’s lips were not noticeably plumper.
    — Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 25 May 2023
  • This nourishing bowl is like the cashmere throw of soups - cozy and comforting, in the most luxurious, stylish way.
    — Ellie Krieger, chicagotribune.com, 18 Oct. 2019

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