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caretaker

[kair-tey-ker] / ˈkɛərˌteɪ kər /
NOUN
person who maintains something
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In a twist, Orbán is expected to be still in place as caretaker prime minister when EU leaders meet for an informal summit in Cyprus on 23-34 April.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 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

One August afternoon in 2023, Izzo was staying in the school with his brother, Hassan, who also served as a caretaker.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 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

“A new caretaker has come. The last one set traps, remember?”

From "The Old Willis Place" by Mary Downing Hahn




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