Context is everything, and sometimes, all a weary world needs is a little Tender Loving Care.
Tender Loving Care (noun)
Definition: Attentive, gentle, and loving care and concern. Often abbreviated as TLC, it entails treating someone or something with kindness and attention that goes beyond the mere basics, intending to foster well-being and happiness.
Usage in a sentence: “The old oak tree in the garden has been here for centuries. All it needs is a bit of tender loving care to thrive again.”
Similar Expressions:
- Handle with Care - Approach with caution and gentleness.
- Nurturing Touch - Offering comfort and support in a compassionate manner.
- Give (someone) some TLC - Extend extra care and attention.
Synonyms:
- Compassionate care
- Gentle attendance
- Considerate counseling
Antonyms:
- Neglect
- Indifference
- Rough treatment
Humor-filled Quotes:
- “Sometimes the best medicine is a little tender loving care… and a lot of chocolate.”
- “If tender loving care could save the world, imagine if we threw in some really good tea.”
Proverbs:
- “Where love blossoms, tender loving care is in full bloom.”
- “A caring heart can turn a broken spirit into a thriving soul.”
Recommended Literature & Media:
- Books:
- “Eat Pray Love” by Elizabeth Gilbert - A journey of self-care and finding meaning.
- “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho - Following your heart with loving attention.
- Movies:
- Patch Adams - A heartwarming tale of compassion in healthcare.
- The Secret Garden - Demonstrating the power of affectionate care and restoration.
- Songs:
- “Lean on Me” by Bill Withers – A melodic message of support and love.
- “Stand by Me” by Ben E. King – A classic about being there for others.
Author: Hugging Hearts Publishing House
Words by Joy Fondhart
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and may your path be paved with crumbs of kindness and care…
### What's another way to say "tender loving care"?
- [x] TLC
- [ ] Rough hand
- [ ] Random acts of canine
- [ ] Free-range rage
> **Explanation:** TLC is a well-known abbreviation for tender loving care. While "random acts of canine" sounds cute for dog-lovers, let's stick with acronyms that make sense!
### How would you express 'TLC' humorously?
- [ ] Cats in coffee
- [ ] Driving a pumpkin
- [x] Loving with elbows out
- [ ] Ariadne's catfood
> **Explanation:** "Loving with elbows out" kind of conveys the careful blend of managing space and closeness—an art when offering TLC.
### True or False: “Handle with care” is a synonym for “tender loving care”
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation:** True—both convey the idea of treating something with gentleness and attention.
Enjoy sprinkling a little Tender Loving Care in your everyday expressions! 🌸✨
