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
That base is comprised of 1,007 workers, 1,045 retirees and an oversample of 492 caregivers.
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Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
Since then, the daycare owner and child care educator has spent more than two decades training teachers and caregivers to infuse children with a sense of joy and appreciation for Black culture.
—Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The weekends are planned in partnership with A Mother’s Rest, a non-profit organization that coordinates low-cost trips and retreats for caregivers or parents of children or adults with varying needs.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
In New York City alone, TPS holders represent thousands of caregivers and nursing assistants.
—Dr. Alister Martin, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2026
Through the nonprofit, children play with everything at the Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library while parents relax and connect with other caregivers.
—Megan Shinn, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
The talk is free and open to the public and is especially valuable for older adults, caregivers, and family members.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
The document that guides future care A letter of intent is a non-legal document that outlines a parent’s wishes, routines and guidance for future caregivers and trustees of a child with special needs.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 25 Apr. 2026
What happened next caught even experienced caregivers off guard.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
Since then, the daycare owner and child care educator has spent more than two decades training teachers and caregivers to infuse children with a sense of joy and appreciation for Black culture.
—Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The weekends are planned in partnership with A Mother’s Rest, a non-profit organization that coordinates low-cost trips and retreats for caregivers or parents of children or adults with varying needs.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
In New York City alone, TPS holders represent thousands of caregivers and nursing assistants.
—Dr. Alister Martin, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2026
Through the nonprofit, children play with everything at the Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library while parents relax and connect with other caregivers.
—Megan Shinn, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
The talk is free and open to the public and is especially valuable for older adults, caregivers, and family members.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
The document that guides future care A letter of intent is a non-legal document that outlines a parent’s wishes, routines and guidance for future caregivers and trustees of a child with special needs.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 25 Apr. 2026
What happened next caught even experienced caregivers off guard.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for caregivers
Noun
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Now, after decades at Franklin Park Zoo, his chapter in the city is coming to a close — but for a purpose his caretakers say matters deeply.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
22 Apr. 2026
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The pups are hitting every developmental benchmark their caretakers are watching for, according to the zoo.—
Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There are exemptions for certain groups, such as parents or guardians of children under age 14 and those with disabilities.—
ByMary Kekatos,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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Investigators urged parents and guardians to speak with their children about any interactions with Willer and to contact law enforcement with information.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Caregivers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caregivers. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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