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No. 11,567 in Swedish

omhändertagande

"Omhändertagande" means "care, custody, or taking responsibility for someone or something."

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  • Socialtjänsten har ett ansvar för omhändertagande av barn i behov av stöd.

    The social services have a responsibility for the care of children in need of support.

    Here, 'omhändertagande' is used as a noun referring to the act of taking care or providing assistance to someone in need.

  • Hennes omtanke och omhändertagande gjorde att grannar kände sig trygga.

    Her thoughtfulness and caretaking made neighbors feel safe.

    In this context, 'omhändertagande' is used as a noun to express the nurturing action of an individual ensuring the emotional or physical well-being of others.

  • Ett omhändertagande av en hund kräver tid och engagemang.

    Taking care of a dog requires time and commitment.

    Here, 'omhändertagande' is used as a noun denoting the action or process involved in caring and providing for a pet or another entity.

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