in the care of

idiom

: being looked after by
The boys were in the care of their grandparents.

Examples of in the care of in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Rowe had two children, an 11-year-old and 2-year-old, who are currently in the care of the New York City Administration for Children’s Services and in the process of being placed into the care of other family members, according to The Gleaner. Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 1 July 2025 While in Spain, the iguanas were in the care of the Foundation for Research in Ethology and Biodiversity near Madrid. Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2025 For the next few months that followed, Kiwi enjoyed a happy existence in the care of Ortiz and her daughter. Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025 Eve is placed by Winston in the care of the Director, who recognizes the killer instinct forged out of pain and anger as the girl matures. David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for in the care of

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“In the care of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20care%20of. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!