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caretaker

[kair-tey-ker] / ˈkɛərˌteɪ kər /
NOUN
person who maintains something
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Lampard's reputation was bruised after a 12-month battle at Everton and a brief caretaker spell at Chelsea, where he won once in 11 games.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Polls show most Peruvians back Velarde, who is seen as a steady caretaker in a country with deep resentment of politicians.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

“I saw him as the caretaker and it was sort of this romantic thing,” says Burden.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Being a child or caretaker, or holding power of attorney, does not make it ethical or lawful to transfer property into one’s own name.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

She desperately needed love and reassurance from a responsible caretaker.

From "My Life with the Chimpanzees" by Jane Goodall




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