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as in attention
strict attentiveness to what one is doing
reading the report with more care the second time, she detected several errors
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as in concern
attention accompanied by protectiveness and responsibility
that's an extremely valuable violin, so handle it with care
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as in carefulness
a close attentiveness to avoiding danger
take care while crossing the street
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as in worry
an uneasy state of mind usually over the possibility of an anticipated misfortune or trouble
on vacation, without a care in the world
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as in custody
responsibility for the safety and well-being of someone or something
while you're under my care, you'll do as you're told
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as in stewardship
the duty or function of watching or guarding for the sake of proper direction or control
you'll have care of the project from its beginning to its completion
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as in management
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
she stepped up and took over the care of the bank after her father retired
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as in to watch
to have an interest or concern for
a teacher who cares what happens to her students long after they leave her classroom
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Recent Examples of care
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
The Appropriations Committee last week recommended a $55.7 billion two-year budget that invests in K-12 schools, child care and other social services — but would require Connecticut to legally exceed the cap by $215 million.
—Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 2 May 2025
Tim Spiers, New York Times, 1 May 2025
What if a museum stopped assuming its older patrons cared only about benches in galleries and art history lectures?
—Eric Crosby, Artforum, 1 May 2025
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Noun
What Yale New Haven Health is doing Yale New Haven Health brought in cybersecurity firm Mandiant to assist with the investigation and said a rapid response helped contain the incident and prevent any disruption to patient care.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
The Appropriations Committee last week recommended a $55.7 billion two-year budget that invests in K-12 schools, child care and other social services — but would require Connecticut to legally exceed the cap by $215 million.
—Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 2 May 2025
Verb
Inter had sat in two perfectly acceptable banks of four to protect their two-goal advantage, but Yamal cared not for defensive structures.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 1 May 2025
What if a museum stopped assuming its older patrons cared only about benches in galleries and art history lectures?
—Eric Crosby, Artforum, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for care
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At the time, then-Trump spokeswoman turned critic Stephanie Grisham slammed media attention of the jacket.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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Despite his rising stardom, Brunson has historically redirected attention to team success over individual accolades.—
Cynthia Pong, JD,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Tomatoes distributed to three U.S. states have been recalled due to concerns about possible salmonella contamination.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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For many workers, there is a big concern over whether or not their jobs will be impacted.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Not Enough People Are Watching ‘NYT Mini’ Clues And Answers For Saturday, April 26 New Google Leak Reveals Subscription Changes For Gemini AI There is no shortage of worries for European auto manufacturers.—
Neil Winton,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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These worries lead people to make a series of decisions to delay having children, with hopes of having them in the future.—
Lisa Hagen,
NPR,
25 Apr. 2025
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The man was taken into custody outside the courthouse after agents chased him on foot.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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According to the suit, at one point as VML's father tried to secure her release, New Orleans ICE Field Office Director Mellissa Harper began interrogating the family's attorney about the father's immigration status and attempted to lure him into custody as well.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
26 Apr. 2025
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His stewardship of the economy was once one of his and his party’s advantages, but the public no longer views it positively.—
Christian Paz,
Vox,
2 May 2025
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In a Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted last week, just 36 percent of respondents approved of Trump's economic stewardship—the lowest level across both of his presidential terms.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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Mahon, who has a PhD in medical physics, joined Channel 4 after senior management roles at VFX biz The Foundry and UK production group Shine, which is now part of Banijay.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
28 Apr. 2025
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Patience appeared to be running thin in all areas, from management to coach John Hynes to some of the fan base.—
Joe Smith,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Further, Joel and Ellie watch a herd of giraffes in Salt Lake City in the game.—
Jessica Sager,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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While sitting in the dugout that night as an unused bench bat, the veteran utility man watched Yamamoto’s start against the San Diego Padres closely, trying to understand why a pitcher with so much talent had looked so out of sorts in a three-inning, five-run struggle in his postseason debut.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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According to procedure, the field is frozen as soon as the caution lights are illuminated.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Apr. 2025
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This slowdown is driven by high interest rates, corporate caution, and the impact of new tariffs.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Care.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/care. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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