TLC

Examples

• All

• I can use a little TLC.

  The Passing (2011)

• The sick puppy requires extra TLC to recover quickly.

• My hair needs some some TLC for sure.

  Allana Davison

• A little TLC, he'll be as good as new.

  The Boost (1988)

• The room itself could have done with a little TLC but was basically okay.

  Blog text (31)

• I think this one just needs some TLC.

  A Minecraft Movie (2025)

• This place could use a little TLC.

  Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004)

• Poor guy just needed a little TLC.

  National Lampoon's Van Wilder (2002)

• We need like a little more TLC in terms of moisture.

  Tati

• Now, it is so important to give yourself a little TLC and pampering at home when you can.

Synonyms

C

care

vsTLC

∞ 1.0

Looking after something to keep it in good condition

is warmer and more personal, often for illness or small repairs

A

attention

vsTLC

184 1.4

Care given to a person or thing that needs it

adds a kinder, more caring tone rather than only practical aid

H

helping hand

vsTLC

35 1.4

Someone who gives support when you need it

is more ongoing and tender rather than a single practical gesture

G

great care

vsTLC

26 2.8

A high level of attention and caution that helps avoid damage or mistakes

focuses more on kindness and warmth rather than strict caution

T

tender loving care

vsTLC

• Informal

3 2.5

Gentle, careful help and attention people give to someone or something that needs support

is the same meaning but is often used as a short informal abbreviation

C

caretaking

vsTLC

3 3.7

Looking after someone or something because it is your duty

is less formal and more affectionate than a plain assigned duty

Antonyms

N

neglect

94 3.5

Not caring for someone or something that needs care

A

abandonment

18 3.6

Leaving someone or something and not coming back

How Caring

pampering

9 4.1

TLC

• Informal

11 3.2

care

∞ 1.0

attention

∞ 1.6

Surface Forms

Etymology