coddle

Example Sentences

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The United States coddled a vulnerable Saudi Arabia for more than half a century because we needed its oil.

From Washington Post

According to some conservatives, colleges have already gone too far in coddling students, creating a generation of “snowflakes” raised on participation trophies.

From Washington Times

But rehabilitation programs cost money and can be portrayed as coddling.

From New York Times

Many Chinese viewed him as a rare risk-taker among the coddled elite, someone willing to put his state-bestowed privileges on the line for his conscience.

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He requires a little coddling, but he can be coached hard and convinced to respect a team-building philosophy if an organization has a sound approach.

From Washington Post