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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
Noun
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Early record keepers captured the story of each game in 9×9 grids.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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This is the eternal dilemma for managers who knowingly choose to use their back-up keepers in the cup.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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That base is comprised of 1,007 workers, 1,045 retirees and an oversample of 492 caregivers.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2026
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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
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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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Animal care specialists, groundskeepers, patrol officers, seasonals, aides, and custodians represented by Teamsters Local 727 are seeking pay increases and minimum staffing guarantees from the Chicago Zoological Society, which operates the zoo.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
29 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
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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 former series brought aliens to Earth; the latter followed two janitors accidentally launched into space.—
Carmel Dagan,
Variety,
13 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 3 May. 2026.
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