as in maintenance
the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition
devotes too much time to the care and feeding of her buggy computer
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Recent Examples of care and feeding
Rose has developed diversified revenue streams that require care and feeding and relies on two freelance video editors to support her.
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Elaine Pofeldt,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
The care and feeding of a human soul, tedious?
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Daniel Smith,
The Atlantic,
27 Feb. 2026
Any real music lover might take an interest in what goes into the care and feeding of one of the most valuable instruments in the world.
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Chris Willman,
Variety,
24 Sep. 2025
Kolstad here reveals the care and feeding that goes into creating these unlikely action hero franchises, starting with John Wick, who carries the name of his grandfather.
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Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
8 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for care and feeding
Elaine Pofeldt,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
The care and feeding of a human soul, tedious?
—
Daniel Smith,
The Atlantic,
27 Feb. 2026
Any real music lover might take an interest in what goes into the care and feeding of one of the most valuable instruments in the world.
—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
24 Sep. 2025
Kolstad here reveals the care and feeding that goes into creating these unlikely action hero franchises, starting with John Wick, who carries the name of his grandfather.
—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
8 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for care and feeding
Recent Examples of Synonyms for care and feeding
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As cars become more tech-centric, the future of auto maintenance and repairs could be remote.
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With a little maintenance, your garden can be on full display again.
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There are solutions for age verification that are both accurate and privacy preserving.
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Miami, in particular, has evolved into a global epicenter for both wealth preservation and lifestyle migration, reinforcing long-term demand fundamentals.
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The historic building is listed with its preservation in mind.
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“Care and feeding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/care%20and%20feeding. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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