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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

A collection of items from English crime author Agatha Christie's housekeeper are set to make more than £1,000 at auction.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 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

That’s when we spot my aunt, Tía Zimbul, leaning against her housekeeper, Diamanta, who doubles as a helper.

From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar