loco
Example Sentences
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Coaches often serve in loco parentis, guiding a developing prospect not only through training and tournaments but also the awkward riddles of growing up.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025
"The loco pilot, on observing the herd of elephants, applied emergency brakes. However, elephants dashed with the train," he said.
From Barron's • Dec. 20, 2025
He was also asked about his understanding of the term "in loco parentis", namely having responsibilities for children in the absence of their parents or guardians.
From BBC • Jan. 24, 2024
She also sells tostadas topped with chow mein, elote loco and rellenitos — plantains stuffed with refried black beans.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2023
It was bad enough having Count Olaf acting in loco parentis and announcing himself as their father, but to consider this man her husband, even for the purposes of a play, was even more dreadful.
From "The Bad Beginning" by Lemony Snicket
