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
Peanut cannot smell, but caregivers say that limitation does not appear to be stopping him from adjusting to his new surroundings.
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Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026
The events — free, facilitated conversations meant to provide a space for parents and caregivers to share their experiences and build connections — have traditionally been attended primarily by mothers and female caregivers, the Kane County Health Department said.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
The organization said education and support programs can help prevent similar situations by connecting caregivers with resources before needs exceed available care.
—Eric Henderson, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Most caregivers speak English as well as Spanish.
—Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
Already, 1 in 4 adults are caregivers, and nearly 30 percent of caregivers are part of the sandwich generation supporting both young children and aging parents.
—Wendy R. Anderson, Washington Post, 1 Apr. 2026
The goal, supporters say, is to allow parents and caregivers to make more informed choices when comparing diaper brands.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
The law exempts certain groups, such as caregivers and people who are pregnant, disabled or medically frail.
—Suzanne King, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Karen Lenker, one of her co-workers, was also one of her caregivers.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026
The events — free, facilitated conversations meant to provide a space for parents and caregivers to share their experiences and build connections — have traditionally been attended primarily by mothers and female caregivers, the Kane County Health Department said.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
The organization said education and support programs can help prevent similar situations by connecting caregivers with resources before needs exceed available care.
—Eric Henderson, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Most caregivers speak English as well as Spanish.
—Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
Already, 1 in 4 adults are caregivers, and nearly 30 percent of caregivers are part of the sandwich generation supporting both young children and aging parents.
—Wendy R. Anderson, Washington Post, 1 Apr. 2026
The goal, supporters say, is to allow parents and caregivers to make more informed choices when comparing diaper brands.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
The law exempts certain groups, such as caregivers and people who are pregnant, disabled or medically frail.
—Suzanne King, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Karen Lenker, one of her co-workers, was also one of her caregivers.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for caregivers
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Xiarhos says this time around feels different because of a special new Massachusetts vanity license plate that benefits K-9s and their caretakers.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
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My dad was the king of belting along to Hall & Oates and the Rolling Stones, but karaoke there usually took the form of the residents watching, heads lolling, as the caretakers performed the songs.—
Ashley Parker,
The Atlantic,
4 Apr. 2026
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Parents, guardians, aunts and uncles don't have time to read every book on the shelf while trying to pick something for the young reader in their life, so here are some simple ways to determine if a book is suitable for that child.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Recorded by hosts Ann Gadzikowski and Elizabeth Romanski in Chicago, this podcast is for the ears of parents, guardians, teachers, and lifelong learners around the world.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Caregivers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caregivers. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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