babysat

Example Sentences

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Well, first of all, the version of “Mary Poppins” that babysat millions of us wouldn’t exist.

From Salon • Dec. 13, 2025

As a high-schooler in the 1950s, Kay Washburn babysat for 50 hours to afford her $25 dream dress.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

She babysat Lexi Jones, daughter of David Bowie and Iman, and appeared in a film nominated for best picture at the 2000 Academy Awards — all before turning 21.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2025

While my in-laws happily babysat and spoiled my nieces left and right, my children saw them a grand total of two or three hours a year.

From Slate • Apr. 7, 2023

To give directions to the driver in the car slowing beside you, to be polite to the father of the kids you babysat, to be friendly and fun at the party?

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti