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in the care of

Idioms  
  1. see in charge, def. 3.


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"Noah Sibanda should have been safe in the care of professionals entrusted with his wellbeing," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Roughly 250 dogs and 66 cats are now in the care of the L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

A young mother at this points, she leaves her daughter, SaraLee, in the care of her family while she finds work and a stabilizing lesbian relationship in Anchorage.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

At last report, Toles was in the care of his father, Alvin, who said Andrew is in a “zombie-like” condition.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

Unable to find work in Montgomery, in 1958 Claudette followed Velma to New York City, reluctantly leaving Raymond in the care of her mom.

From "Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice" by Phillip Hoose

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