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Sustenance

usgb/ˈsʌstənəns/Volume
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Literal Nourishment

Sustenance primarily refers to food and drink needed for survival.

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Farmers grow crops that provide sustenance to the community.
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Beyond Survival

Also includes factors essential for growth, health, and good condition, not just survival.

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A balanced diet offers the sustenance necessary for optimal health.
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For Living Beings

Usually used for living entities like humans, animals, and plants, not inanimate objects.

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The soil’s nutrients are the sustenance for these plants.
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