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(someone or something) Plural for the state of supervising, protecting, and maintaining the health and welfare of
“Carrie's adopted parents fought for her care because they felt that her birth mother's behavior was too erratic.”
Plural for the process or act of looking after and making decisions about something
“Since the brand was under the care of another flagship store, it unfortunately also had to close its doors to the public.”
Plural for complete and focused attention, usually to avoid the risk of hurt or damage
“The next phase of the recipe will require you to exercise extreme precision and care due to the fragile nature of the ingredients.”
Plural for judiciousness in the manner in which one thinks before acting or speaking
“Take your time and choose with care, as you will only get one chance.”
(count noun) Plural for a feeling of worry or anxiety
“I don't have a care in the world about his opinions to be honest.”
Plural for a humanitarian treatment or consideration for others
“She had dedicated her life and efforts to the care of those who are less fortunate in the world.”
(of a thing) Plural for an activity or series of activities performed to keep something functioning or looking as new as possible
“Johnny had no sense of what shoe care was, and consequently, all his footwear were dirty and torn.”
To make a living for the benefit of others
(care for) To look after
“Geraldine had made a promise to care for her sister's children in the event that anything happened to her.”
(care for) To manage or be in charge of
“Because of his old age, his son had to care for his vast amount of wealth accumulated over many years of scrupulous saving.”
(clausal, followed by for or about) To place an emphasis of concern, interest or importance on someone or something
“If you think I care for your nonsense, then you may be unfamiliar with sarcasm.”
(formal) To want or consider
“Care for another bottle of wine?”
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