In the care of somebody/in somebody’s care

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Being looked after by someone else, or under someone else's protection or control.

After her parents died, she was left in the care of her aunt.
Visual representation of "in the care of somebody/in somebody’s care" - Being looked after by someone else, or under someone else's protection or control.

Often appears as...

  • in the care of a relative
  • children in someone's care
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Being looked after by a specific professional, agency, or institution.

He was in the care of a medical specialist for his rare illness.
Visual representation of "in the care of somebody/in somebody’s care" - Being looked after by a specific professional, agency, or institution.

Often appears as...

  • in the care of a doctor
  • in the care of a hospital

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Being maintained or being looked after, especially in relation to inanimate objects or places.

The ancient monument is now in the care of a conservation organization.
Visual representation of "in the care of somebody/in somebody’s care" - Being maintained or being looked after, especially in relation to inanimate objects or places.

Often appears as...

  • in the care of an organization
  • in the care of a museum

Usage tips

Formal

phrase

Being looked after by someone else, or under someone else's protection or control.

After her parents died, she was left in the care of her aunt.
Visual representation of "in the care of somebody/in somebody’s care" - Being looked after by someone else, or under someone else's protection or control.

Often appears as...

  • in the care of a relative
  • children in someone's care
phrase

Being looked after by a specific professional, agency, or institution.

He was in the care of a medical specialist for his rare illness.
Visual representation of "in the care of somebody/in somebody’s care" - Being looked after by a specific professional, agency, or institution.

Often appears as...

  • in the care of a doctor
  • in the care of a hospital

Usage tips

Formal

Technical

phrase

Being maintained or being looked after, especially in relation to inanimate objects or places.

The ancient monument is now in the care of a conservation organization.
Visual representation of "in the care of somebody/in somebody’s care" - Being maintained or being looked after, especially in relation to inanimate objects or places.

Often appears as...

  • in the care of an organization
  • in the care of a museum

Usage tips

Formal

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Personal Responsibility

Refers to someone personally taking care of another, often implying a trusting relationship.

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When her neighbor was hospitalized, Maria took the children in her care.
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Emotional Undertone

Conveys a sense of protection and compassion when used about people.

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He felt at ease knowing his grandmother was in the care of his uncle.
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Temporary Arrangement

Often suggests a temporary situation until a more permanent solution is found.

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The puppy will be in the care of the shelter until it finds a forever home.
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