Example Sentences

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My surgeon made sure to facilitate my physical transition as much as possible, spoon-feeding me talking points for insurance coverage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

In her own novels, NDiaye can’t be accused of spoon-feeding readers.

From New York Times • Oct. 18, 2023

Meta has faced intense scrutiny in recent months from regulators and advocates who argue the company gets vulnerable users hooked on its products while spoon-feeding them content that hurts their mental health.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 7, 2022

Holman’s three kids — all now hale and hearty — rallied around her, spoon-feeding her soup, changing sweat-soaked sheets and making pharmacy runs.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2021

Med-jacks are spoon-feeding her whatever soups Frypan can cook up, checking her vitals and such.

From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner