take care

VERB

baby-sit

Synonyms

STRONG

guard sit tend watch

Antonyms

STRONG

ignore neglect

VERB

beware

Synonyms

STRONGEST

heed

STRONG

attend avoid mind notice shun

WEAK

be cautious be wary guard against keep eyes open keep on one's toes keep one's distance look out mind p's and q's refrain from steer clear of take heed walk on eggs watch one's step watch out

Antonyms

STRONG

disregard face ignore meet neglect

WEAK

court invite risk take on

VERB

mind

Synonyms

STRONGEST

tend

STRONG

trouble watch

WEAK

be cautious be concerned be on guard be solicitous be wary have a care mind one's p's and q's toe the line watch one's step watch out

Antonyms

WEAK

disregard forget ignore neglect

Example Sentences

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“We have to take care of one thing: military protection. We have to guard the country.”

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

She said she had got "some useful information and practical tips to help take care of her hair".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

They have helped the Bruins understand their role on the court, take care of the ball and be more confident.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

The U.S. needs to define its goals and let other problems take care of themselves.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

“You take care of yourself now, Ida B,” said Viola.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan