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Care of

Description:

"Care of" is a prepositional phrase that is commonly used to indicate responsibility or guardianship for someone or something. It can also refer to the practice of maintaining or looking after someone or something.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Adjective
• Prepositional phrase

Possible Senses and Usages:

1. Noun: Referring to the act of taking responsibility or providing guardianship for someone or something.
2. Adjective: Describing something that is associated with the concept of care or caretaking.
3. Prepositional Phrase: Indicates the person or organization to whom correspondence should be sent.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun: The care of children requires patience, love, and understanding.
2. Adjective: The care of nurses in the hospital was exceptional.
3. Prepositional Phrase: Please send the package care of John Smith.

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