coddling
Example Sentences
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The lessons learned during those first two years helped me navigate future challenges and disappointments in ways that coddling never could.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026
Indeed, Secretary Warfighter’s need for constant coddling is being ever more severely exposed as this scandal unfolds.
From Salon ● Dec. 3, 2025
But, at the same time, Munn is someone who does not want any special treatment or kid-glove coddling because of what she has experienced.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 11, 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
