CARE AND FEEDING Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

care and feeding

noun

Definition of care and feeding

as in maintenance

the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition devotes too much time to the care and feeding of her buggy computer

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Recent Examples of care and feeding Any real music lover might take an interest in what goes into the care and feeding of one of the most valuable instruments in the world. — Chris Willman, Variety, 24 Sep. 2025 Kolstad here reveals the care and feeding that goes into creating these unlikely action hero franchises, starting with John Wick, who carries the name of his grandfather. — Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2025 These include vegetarianism, an aversion to plastic drinking straws, and the care and feeding of guinea pigs. — Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 20 May 2025 The information on the care and feeding of a battery as well as how to maximize vehicle range can resemble a manual for owning a new, exotic pet. — IEEE Spectrum, 23 Jan. 2023 See All Example Sentences for care and feeding

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Contrary to popular belief, good skin care doesn’t require you to blow through your entire beauty maintenance budget.

— Essence Wiley, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026
The investigation would evaluate NIPSCO’s vegetation management policies and right-of-way maintenance.

— Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Blumberg and preservation One might imagine that a man nearing 90 and who was a prominent leader in hospitality has grappled with the issue of historic preservation.

— Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026
The concept of fertility preservation should not be a Hail Mary or a last-ditch effort.

— Dr. Jaime Knopman, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of preservation

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