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housekeeping

[hous-kee-ping] / ˈhaʊsˌki pɪŋ /
NOUN
household management
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This finding challenges the long-held view that housekeeping genes play only passive roles and highlights their potential in crop improvement.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

Day-to-day upkeep like mowing the lawn, shoveling snow and even basic housekeeping can become burdensome or unsafe as physical limitations increase.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

The community offers private apartments, chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, transportation and social activities, aiming to provide a “maintenance-free” lifestyle.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

But what does this really mean for Charu, who is obliged by the death of her mother to take up the housekeeping?

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

She was coming for her interview for the housekeeping job.

From "It All Comes Down to This" by Karen English




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