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nanny

[nan-ee] / ˈnæn i /
NOUN
children's nurse
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These include the introduction of mandatory minimum safeguarding and paediatric qualification standards, backed by the National Nanny Association and The Lullaby Trust.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Throughout the 90s, Hogan's popularity transcended the wrestling ring, appearing in films including Mr Nanny and Suburban Commando.

From BBC • Jul. 24, 2025

The women taking Hidalgo’s course as part of We Rise Nanny Training in Brooklyn have no intention of being defenseless.

From Seattle Times • May 15, 2024

"The Nanny" veteran's speech fired up the 160,000 SAG-AFTRA members going on strike after 98% of the union's membership authorized the action in June.

From Salon • Jul. 14, 2023

There we went on board a small coastal steamer, and Nanny was heard to say, ‘I’m sure it leaks! We shall all be food for the fishes before the day is out!’

From "Boy: Tales of a Childhood" by Roald Dahl




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