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as in keepers
a person who takes care of a property sometimes for an absent owner
hired a caretaker for the mansion during the winter months
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as in caregivers
a person who has responsibility for the care of another
most primary caretakers of elderly parents are women
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Recent Examples of caretakers
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.
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Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
The pups are hitting every developmental benchmark their caretakers are watching for, according to the zoo.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 22 Apr. 2026
LifeLine said the contract will also add new community engagement staff, will create a pet resource hub, and will expand support for community cat caretakers.
—Rashad Williams, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
While at the facility, the bear cubs are being reared by animal caretakers who are employing bear masks, animal furs and scents to disguise themselves while interacting with them in hopes of limiting their comfort and potential dependence on humans.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Later that year, it was sold again and began a four-decade stay with various caretakers in California.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2026
Kurtsie also tags along during giraffe feedings and encounters and watches her best friend Bakari interact with caretakers and guests.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026
Sassy, Rambunctious and Getting to Know Herself Despite the rocky start, Linh Mai is developing a personality that her caretakers clearly adore.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2026
Following growing degree days, rather than the calendar, can tell plants’ caretakers when to watch out for pests and when to act against them.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026
Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
The pups are hitting every developmental benchmark their caretakers are watching for, according to the zoo.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 22 Apr. 2026
LifeLine said the contract will also add new community engagement staff, will create a pet resource hub, and will expand support for community cat caretakers.
—Rashad Williams, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
While at the facility, the bear cubs are being reared by animal caretakers who are employing bear masks, animal furs and scents to disguise themselves while interacting with them in hopes of limiting their comfort and potential dependence on humans.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Later that year, it was sold again and began a four-decade stay with various caretakers in California.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2026
Kurtsie also tags along during giraffe feedings and encounters and watches her best friend Bakari interact with caretakers and guests.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026
Sassy, Rambunctious and Getting to Know Herself Despite the rocky start, Linh Mai is developing a personality that her caretakers clearly adore.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2026
Following growing degree days, rather than the calendar, can tell plants’ caretakers when to watch out for pests and when to act against them.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for caretakers
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Both keepers, Cleveland and Seattle counterpart Andrew Thomas, made some heart-stopping saves after halftime.—
The Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
2 May 2026
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An oil house and two keepers’ quarters (one is now a gift shop) were moved with it.—
Jennifer Stewart Kornegay,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
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Without it, meetings can stretch late into the evening, which actually creates barriers for working families, caregivers, and others who can’t stay for hours.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
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Where housing enters the picture is in what families are forced to give up to pay for care and where caregivers themselves can afford to live.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
3 May 2026
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The union, which represents animal care specialists, patrol officers, custodians, groundskeepers, patrol officers, aides and seasonal workers, said the zoo's last contract offer would have taken away their health care plan without providing a comparable alternative.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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The midcentury abode was transferred to custodians of the McCann Trust that holds the property in 2022 and, after hitting the market April 10 for nearly $3 million, a contingent offer for its sale has already been accepted.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
30 Apr. 2026
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For example, the bill would require employees of private guardians to undergo criminal background checks every five years and get the education necessary for national certification.—
Christy Gutowski,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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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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Participants included janitors, security officers, airport workers and stadium employees affiliated with SEIU-United Service Workers West, along with a coalition of labor unions, civil rights organizations, immigrant advocacy groups and faith leaders.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
1 May 2026
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Many Japanese elementary schools don’t have janitors, so the clean-up work is left to students.—
Stephen Wade,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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The state wardens and other cops who knew and worked with Bob Markle weren’t just honoring his memory by attending his funeral.—
Dave Duffey,
Outdoor Life,
26 Mar. 2026
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Armas said the prison wardens never switched off the lights.—
Manuel Rueda,
NPR,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Caretakers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caretakers. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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