custodianships

plural of custodianship
as in custodies
responsibility for the safety and well-being of someone or something a museum that regards its mission as nothing less than the custodianship of the nation's cultural heritage

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Noun
  • The government sets prices One basic reason why doctors earn a lot is that medical care costs a lot, researchers say.
    Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • Talat’s mocktails display the same thoughtfulness, intention and care as the food.
    Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
Noun
  • While committing the robberies Fleming drew a gun, and wore all black covering his face with a ski mask and goggles, and his hands with gloves, authorities said.
    Mary Ella Hastings July 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 July 2026
  • Rinse the blueberries under cold running water, gently swishing them around with your hands to ensure all the berries are exposed to water.
    Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026
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“Custodianships.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/custodianships. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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