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housekeeper

[hous-kee-per] / ˈhaʊsˌki pər /


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Margaret O’Brien’s miniature “juvenile” Oscar for “Meet Me in St. Louis” was taken by a housekeeper who offered to polish it but never returned.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

And Ellie, his former housekeeper, appreciates Dillahan’s subdued affection.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

I’ve had the same housekeeper for over three years.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 6, 2026

Comparisons have been made with various TV characters, including Mrs Doubtfire - the beloved fictional housekeeper in the comedy film of the same name, played by the late Robin Williams.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

But the portly housekeeper was already chugging back the way she came.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood