coddling

Example Sentences

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The final stretch requires more coddling and, of course, cost.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 10, 2025

But, at the same time, Munn is someone who does not want any special treatment or kid-glove coddling because of what she has experienced.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2025

From the first measures of this live recording of the premiere at Minnesota Opera, conducted with impressive cohesion by Lidiya Yankovskaya, the swarming strings and piercing winds affirm that there will be no coddling.

From New York Times • Jun. 29, 2023

Apple trees suffering from coddling moth caterpillars benefit from bagging the fruit at just the right time.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 3, 2023

“My dear Isabella,”—exclaimed he hastily—“pray do not concern yourself about my looks. Be satisfied with doctoring and coddling yourself and the children, and let me look as I chuse.”

From "Emma" by Jane Austen