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as in supervised
to take charge of especially on behalf of another
will you care for the lawn while we're gone?
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as in administered (to)
to attend to the needs and comforts of
he is caring for his mother while she's sick
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as in accepted
to have a favorable opinion of
I don't really care for what you're doing with that dog
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as in wanted
to wish to have
I don't particularly care for rice cereal, but I'll eat it
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as in preferred
to show partiality toward
she generally doesn't care for war movies
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Recent Examples of cared-for
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
Once cleaned, your driveway instantly looks brighter and more cared-for.
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Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
Gold chrome vines creep across the nail bed, hinting at a sprawling lawn with immaculately cared-for rose bushes.
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Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
21 Feb. 2026
If the cared-for is at home or in assisted living, reach out to your local county Agency on Aging.
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Kat McGowan,
NPR,
18 Oct. 2025
As always, buy the best, and best well-cared-for example available.
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Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
5 Sep. 2025
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The style is refreshingly informal yet efficient, ensuring guests feel warm-and-fuzzy cared-for, without being overfussed.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
Once cleaned, your driveway instantly looks brighter and more cared-for.
—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
Gold chrome vines creep across the nail bed, hinting at a sprawling lawn with immaculately cared-for rose bushes.
—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
21 Feb. 2026
If the cared-for is at home or in assisted living, reach out to your local county Agency on Aging.
—
Kat McGowan,
NPR,
18 Oct. 2025
As always, buy the best, and best well-cared-for example available.
—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cared-for
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But Simón supervised three months of rehearsals prior to production with most of the cast, all of which the director filmed on her Handicam.
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That enables Cadence’s system, which is supervised by physicians, to alert a clinician when a patient is deteriorating before a stroke or heart attack, for example.
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The textile mill that gave Berkshire its name was the original bad business, one Buffett nursed for 20 years before finally shutting it down.
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In the final four games of the season last year, the Cowboys elected to move Smith to the left tackle spot while Guyton nursed nagging injuries with Dallas out of playoff contention.
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On Friday, Pope Leo formally accepted the Liberty Medal from the National Constitution Center, a non-partisan non-profit located across from Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence was signed.
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Reuters Calling on America to recommit itself to its founding principles of unity and peace at home and abroad, Pope Leo XIV accepted the Liberty Medal on Friday during a ceremony at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia.
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The defense wanted the roommate to testify in person so Robinson could exercise his right challenge the credibility of witnesses against him.
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Not the way the Hawks would have wanted to open their Summer League campaign.
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The Phillies don’t need a bullpen full of lefties, but have preferred to carry a few this season.
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Bichette has generally preferred to let his play do the talking throughout his career, making Schneider's prediction fitting.
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Another witness who watched the incident unfold described the dog as a German Shepherd.
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The case has been closely watched by critics who say the prosecution could have serious implications for protesters nationwide and First Amendment free speech rights.
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Two adult males were shot and treated for lacerations at the scene, said Los Angeles Police Department spokesperson Officer Charles Miller.
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All other occupants were treated at the scene or were uninjured, police said.
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Amid the pullback, here are a few negative beta stocks to consider that are well liked by Evercore ISI.
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That’s why being liked should never be high on the list of any leader.
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“Cared-for.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cared-for. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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