coddling

Example Sentences

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Yet while the justices care not a fig for coddling the president, they do have a deep interest in the reputation of their own institution.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Indeed, Secretary Warfighter’s need for constant coddling is being ever more severely exposed as this scandal unfolds.

From Salon • Dec. 3, 2025

Next season, while the Lakers are on vacation, are we going to see Austin Reaves in the playoffs wearing another team’s uniform because the Lakers traded him while coddling an aged star?

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2025

When we’re formulating policies for children as a whole rather than coddling our own little angels, we fall scandalously short.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 9, 2024

“My dear Isabella,”—exclaimed he hastily—“pray do not concern yourself about my looks. Be satisfied with doctoring and coddling yourself and the children, and let me look as I chuse.”

From "Emma" by Jane Austen