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as in attention
strict attentiveness to what one is doing
reading the report with more care the second time, she detected several errors
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as in concern
attention accompanied by protectiveness and responsibility
that's an extremely valuable violin, so handle it with care
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as in carefulness
a close attentiveness to avoiding danger
take care while crossing the street
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as in worry
an uneasy state of mind usually over the possibility of an anticipated misfortune or trouble
on vacation, without a care in the world
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as in custody
responsibility for the safety and well-being of someone or something
while you're under my care, you'll do as you're told
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as in stewardship
the duty or function of watching or guarding for the sake of proper direction or control
you'll have care of the project from its beginning to its completion
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as in management
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
she stepped up and took over the care of the bank after her father retired
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as in to watch
to have an interest or concern for
a teacher who cares what happens to her students long after they leave her classroom
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Recent Examples of care
Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2025
For those who serve students with moderate-to-severe disabilities, the job can include lifting students to use the toilet; changing diapers and feeding tubes; and providing tracheotomy care.
—Krista Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 25 July 2025
Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2025
Call it pixie dust, projection, illusion, artifice — who really cares?
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 11 July 2025
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Noun
Lifeline Gold Standard award for providing high-quality cardiac and stroke care.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2025
For those who serve students with moderate-to-severe disabilities, the job can include lifting students to use the toilet; changing diapers and feeding tubes; and providing tracheotomy care.
—Krista Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 25 July 2025
Verb
The hospital is already limited by the gap between what Medicaid reimburses it for services versus what that care actually costs to provide, said Lurie CEO Dr. Tom Shanley.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2025
Call it pixie dust, projection, illusion, artifice — who really cares?
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for care
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Yet Moon ventures have gradually come to be seen as a pitstop, rather than a standalone final destination — with attention pivoting to the bigger, juicier endgame of setting boots on Mars.—
Ruxandra Iordache,
CNBC,
1 Aug. 2025
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The decision to pursue an activity simply for one’s own enjoyment, though, is deeply human—especially at a moment when our time and attention are treated as commodities.—
Sophia Stewart,
The Atlantic,
1 Aug. 2025
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Privacy and security concerns with smart thermostats These programs also raise important data privacy concerns.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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The report found that concerns were often handled informally without adequate record-keeping, and that freelance staff felt reluctant to complain due to job insecurity.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 July 2025
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Panicked finds Maron returning to familiar subjects, treating them like beloved worry dolls of comedic setups.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
1 Aug. 2025
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Some lawmakers have said worries over U.S. stockpiles running low don't justify cutting off Ukraine's weapons.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
1 Aug. 2025
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Since the beginning of the second Trump administration, more than 21,000 people taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have passed through the Alexandria detention facility.—
Brent McDonald,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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McGann, 28, was taken into custody at 4.57 p.m. on Wednesday at a business in Springdale, Arkansas, according to the state's Department of Public Safety.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 July 2025
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Her advice on the seriousness of parental stewardship is never far from my mind.—
Darcey Steinke,
Vogue,
27 July 2025
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According to Seamless, Australia’s national clothing product stewardship scheme, Australians are among the world’s highest consumers of clothing, with the average person buying 53 garments each year.—
Patty Huntington,
Footwear News,
25 July 2025
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When evaluating an investment, the firm also hires specialty and general management consultants, expert cost analysts and industry specialists.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
2 Aug. 2025
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Her management at a kids agency had been clueless about what being at the festival would entail.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
2 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Lorre, who got McMartin and Nick Bakay on board, described his experience watching Morgan’s Netflix comedy special.—
Dana Feldman,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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There were six television cameras, a sketch artist and about a dozen assorted journalists watching the proceeding on a live feed outside the courtroom.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
1 Aug. 2025
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For a quick recap, this is the world a team of scientists recently suggested could host life — to the dismay of other scientists in the community, who felt the announcement failed to include necessary caution.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
31 July 2025
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Programs like this one encourage students to approach the field with both curiosity and caution.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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“Care.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/care. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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