Definition of caretakernext
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as in custodian
a person who takes care of a property sometimes for an absent owner hired a caretaker for the mansion during the winter months

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as in caregiver
a person who has responsibility for the care of another most primary caretakers of elderly parents are women

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Recent Examples of caretaker In the City of Brotherly Love, Sirianni is stigmatized by the widespread perception of his limitations as an offensive strategist, and he’s often marginalized as a glorified caretaker of an operation fueled by an elite owner, rock-star GM, brilliant defensive coordinator and talent-rich roster. Michael Silver, New York Times, 16 June 2026 The ghostly character doesn't have a particularly significant role in the story, but is a constant nuisance in the tapestry of Hogwarts with antics that include throwing things, making messes, pulling pranks, and generally causing mischief that enrages caretaker Argus Filch. Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026 Housed inside a charming cottage that once belonged to the caretaker of the 800-acre Lonesome Valley property, this serene spa offers multiple treatment rooms and a porch to relax before or after your session. Heather Bien, Southern Living, 14 June 2026 Eventually, Lai Mah became the caretaker of Susan’s entire wardrobe. Stephy Chung, CNN Money, 13 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for caretaker
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Noun
  • Western Union announcing stablecoin issuance on Solana with Anchorage as custodian.
    Azeem Khan, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
  • In January of 2022, this Prancing Horse was sold to its current custodian, yacht designer Terence Disdale, whose creations include the 533-foot Eclipse, commissioned by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich.
    Howard Walker, Robb Report, 22 June 2026
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  • Children whose parents or caregivers decline vaccination are particularly vulnerable.
    Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 23 June 2026
  • The rest of the money went to the addition of a pool heater at the Titusville YMCA Family Center, which will allow the pool to stay open year-round, providing swim lessons, family activities and programs for people living with Alzheimer's and their caregivers — no matter the season.
    Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026
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  • Jayed ruled that Waldermar Anton collided with the keeper while the ball was airborne, disallowing the goal.
    Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 29 June 2026
  • Rest in peace, Ser Simon Strong, castellan of Harrenhal, drip king, stealth diva, keeper of the best vibes on House of the Dragon.
    Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 29 June 2026
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  • The irony is that in not trying to pass muster with more conservative theatergoers (and their fastidious institutional guardians), playwrights have been winning over not just critics but also formerly squeamish artistic directors and perennially nervous Broadway producers.
    Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026
  • Evacuees must provide proof of evacuation, and parents or guardians must remain with their children at all times.
    Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 29 June 2026
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  • Goodall had toiled 23 years as a janitor in a Terre Haute, Indiana, middle school when the 55-year old hopped a flight for the first time in his life, and took the AGT stage in Los Angeles.
    Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 24 June 2026
  • Some hospital staff, like janitors and cafeteria workers, still make minimum wage.
    Cassie McGrath, Fortune, 19 June 2026
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  • There – with three weeks left for Landor to serve – the warden ignored the judicial order, directing guards to shackle Landor and forcibly shave his head.
    Charles J. Russo, The Conversation, 26 June 2026
  • The warden’s high-stakes deal is for Murphy to smuggle gold out of a remote mine.
    Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 25 June 2026

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“Caretaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caretaker. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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