TLC (noun)

1. After the car accident, the injured victim was in critical condition and needed some tlc in the hospital.

2. In the heartwarming film, a lonely child finds solace and happiness when a kind stranger shows him tlc.

3. The main character in the novel was neglected as a child but eventually found love and tlc in the most unexpected place.

4. The protagonist's loyal sidekick always provides him with tlc and supports him during his most difficult battles.