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Recent Examples of nectar
In general, nectar sources (adult butterfly food) are easier to provide than host plants.
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Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 10 Apr. 2025
This delightfully playful scent emulates the popstar’s flirty energy courtesy of a dazzling blend of vine-ripe cherries spiked with plum nectar, that’s then deepened with dark chocolate, patchouli, and vanilla orchid.
—Mary Honkus, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2025
And flowering lawn weeds like self-heal provide a rich source of nectar for beneficial insects, including pollinators.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
In addition to feeding on pests, many predatory insects and parasitoids feed on nectar or pollen for part of their life cycle.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
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Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 10 Apr. 2025
This delightfully playful scent emulates the popstar’s flirty energy courtesy of a dazzling blend of vine-ripe cherries spiked with plum nectar, that’s then deepened with dark chocolate, patchouli, and vanilla orchid.
—Mary Honkus, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2025
And flowering lawn weeds like self-heal provide a rich source of nectar for beneficial insects, including pollinators.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
In addition to feeding on pests, many predatory insects and parasitoids feed on nectar or pollen for part of their life cycle.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nectar
Noun
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Revenue estimates show the 2-cent-per-ounce excise tax on distributors of sugary beverages, powders or syrups is projected to reach $500 million in fiscal 2027.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Mar. 2025
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Maryland lawmakers are considering a tax on sugary beverage distributors — a proposal that has sparked controversy among Republicans and retailers.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Mar. 2025
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The space is near a Big 5 Sporting Goods store and Mark & Monica’s Family Pizza, with In and Out Market liquor store across the street.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Maryland Lottery will also send a $500 bonus to the liquor store that sold the prize-winning ticket.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The statement added that he was specifically charged with disorderly conduct under the influence of alcohol in public and possession of cocaine.—
Tommy McArdle,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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The individuals who received acute care due to cannabis use retained an elevated risk of dementia compared to the total number of people who received care, excluding cases due to alcohol use.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The event features libations and delicious bites from local vendors and restaurants, live music, opportunity drawing and live auction.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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For those who enjoy libations from goblets or glasses, the rowdy evening that ensues should sound familiar.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
1 Apr. 2025
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During Brazil’s own Lollapalooza music festival last month, for example, fashion-forward attendees were seen with minimalist, lightweight phone straps that kept devices at hip level and hands free to grasp a drink of choice.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Spring and summer in Charlotte is the perfect time to grab a meal or a drink with your dog by your side.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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The cold brew coffee founder said his cost for glass bottles sourced from China will go up 50%, while chai sourced from India will increase by 26% and coffee imported from Ethiopia, Peru and Canada will climb by 10%.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2025
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Many of its popular roasts have patriotic names, such as the Bravo Zulu blend with chocolate and toffee; Commander's Choice hazelnut flavor with a touch of fruit; Depth Charge espresso blend; Missing in Action for its decaffeinated brew; and War Horse Southern Pecan blend.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Nectar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nectar. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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