The shepherd is tending his flock.
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Tending
//ˈtɛndɪŋ//
Synonyms for "tending" (13 found)
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In this estate whilst a goatherd named Lamon was tending his herds in the fields, he found a little child whom one of his she-goats was suckling.
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When I am dead, bewail me: and when you see another tending my flocks, remember Dorcon.
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During the summer Chloe had many suitors, who came to Dryas and begged his daughter in marriage. Some brought presents to add weight to their suit, and some made great promises. Nape was elated and advised her husband to marry off Chloe immediately, and not to keep a girl of her age any longer at home, observing that some artful shepherd might entice her whilst she was tending her flocks, and that the best course was to secure a good match for her.
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