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“Caird” or “Cared”

caird / cared are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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Definitions

What each term means

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caird

No dictionary entry for this spelling — see the usage examples below for how it shows up in writing.

cared k·EH·r·d

  • verbfeel concern or interest.
  • verbprovide care for.
Usage

Examples in context

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“caird”

  • …by Scottish firm Smith and Caird between 1871 and 1872 to…
  • …also constructed by Smith & Caird
  • …which had been built by Caird & Co. in Greenock in…
  • …partner in the firm of Caird, Maxwell and Co.

“cared”

  • The 92Ms have cared for the majority of the…
  • He cared for his students and provided…
  • …to have her brother John cared for, but that he was…
  • …too many people to be cared for at City Hall.
  • …both sides of his family cared for Roger and his brother…
  • …types of wards the orphanage cared for.
  • …is using, and must be cared of by the user or…
  • …arraigo, detainees can only be cared for but without violating their…
  • …according to Adam of Bremen, 'cared little about our religion', and…
  • He cared about his son very much.

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