as in caretakers
a person who has responsibility for the care of another
he could no longer keep up his role as caregiver for his sick wife
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Recent Examples of caregivers
Miller Rogen is hopeful that the film resonates with all caregivers – not just those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s.
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Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 13 May 2026
According to California Vehicle Code, parents, guardians or caregivers who leave a child age 6 or younger unattended in a vehicle can face a fine of up to $100 per violation.
—Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
The same day that the nanny allegedly beat Walter, other caregivers slapped and flogged his siblings, including with shoes and wooden sticks.
—Ava Kofman, New Yorker, 11 May 2026
The median cost of adult daycare five days a week in 2025 was $24,700 annually, while home non-medical caregivers ran about $80,080, according to planning company CareScout’s Cost of Care Survey.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 9 May 2026
Jurzee would do best with caregivers who offer patience, love and guidance.
—The Star
may 9, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2026
Soft robots equipped with advanced sensing could eventually help elderly users, assist caregivers, or support surgeons during minimally invasive procedures.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 May 2026
Yet this coverage is still likely insufficient for caregivers who often face significant financial strain related to caregiving, such as out-of-pocket expenses for care.
—Kate Perepezko, The Conversation, 8 May 2026
Rubie has caregivers four days a week, but her parents have left their jobs in order to prioritize her recovery.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 13 May 2026
According to California Vehicle Code, parents, guardians or caregivers who leave a child age 6 or younger unattended in a vehicle can face a fine of up to $100 per violation.
—Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
The same day that the nanny allegedly beat Walter, other caregivers slapped and flogged his siblings, including with shoes and wooden sticks.
—Ava Kofman, New Yorker, 11 May 2026
The median cost of adult daycare five days a week in 2025 was $24,700 annually, while home non-medical caregivers ran about $80,080, according to planning company CareScout’s Cost of Care Survey.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 9 May 2026
Jurzee would do best with caregivers who offer patience, love and guidance.
—The Star
may 9, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2026
Soft robots equipped with advanced sensing could eventually help elderly users, assist caregivers, or support surgeons during minimally invasive procedures.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 May 2026
Yet this coverage is still likely insufficient for caregivers who often face significant financial strain related to caregiving, such as out-of-pocket expenses for care.
—Kate Perepezko, The Conversation, 8 May 2026
Rubie has caregivers four days a week, but her parents have left their jobs in order to prioritize her recovery.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for caregivers
Noun
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Rio's birthday celebration will include species-appropriate enrichment and special treats prepared by her caretakers.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
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The caretakers at the wellness center have also become part of her family, Lipski said.—
Andre Mouchard,
Daily News,
9 May 2026
Noun
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Many of them will issue travel documents or approve custody decisions for a child only with the consent of all of their legal guardians, which is difficult to secure if one or both parents have been deported.—
Caitlin Dickerson,
The Atlantic,
15 May 2026
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Depending on the nature of the concern, that may include wellness checks, threat assessment protocols, student support interventions, disciplinary processes, safety planning, or coordination with parents and guardians.—
Karen Morfitt,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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“Caregivers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caregivers. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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