care of

phrase

: at the address of
You can write to him care of his fan club.

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But to be at a certain level and still be committed to excellence, and also do it in a way that’s kind, fair, equitable, that prioritizes the care of Black people. Dominique Fluker, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 As orphanages closed, more orphans and low-income children were entrusted to the care of foster parents in private homes. Thomas Adam, The Conversation, 16 July 2026 So having some extra energy and learning how to take better care of my body sounded enticing. Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 16 July 2026 The Hallandale Beach Police Department previously confirmed to PEOPLE that a 2-year-old child died on Sunday, July 5, after she was left inside a vehicle while under the care of her babysitter. Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for care of

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“Care of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/care%20of. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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