caretaking

Example Sentences

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But unlike the tradwife with her gaggle of youngsters underfoot, the orangutan mother sustains this intense caretaking by spacing her kids seven or so years apart.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

It reopened in January 2022 with prohibitions on swimming and anchoring in coral areas — and periodic shutdowns for caretaking.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 4, 2024

A big-sister brand of caretaking was built into Lee from the start.

From Salon • Aug. 19, 2024

For the women who have attended these postpartum retreats, they credit the experience with helping them heal and relax postpartum, as well as teaching them very necessary infant caretaking skills.

From Slate • Jul. 13, 2024

Jonas greeted them and the caretaking attendants at work nearby.

From "The Giver" by Lois Lowry