looking after
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The DJ, producer and founder of the longtime L.A. record label Stones Throw, who performs as Peanut Butter Wolf, was looking after his daughter’s bearded dragon, Sweet Pea, for the afternoon.
From Los Angeles Times β Sep. 14, 2026
Holly said her boyfriend had been in the property at the time, looking after the house while she was away with her children.
From BBC β Sep. 5, 2026
A young woman whom Bornali had never met, helped with food, cleaning and looking after her 60 surviving goats.
From BBC β Aug. 11, 2026
"There are lots of minors. I don't see anyone looking after them," she told AFP.
From Barron's β Aug. 1, 2026
“Yes, yes, I’ve thought about that. Perhaps the children are little cherubs, looking after withered men like me.”
From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys
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