elderly
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The burden falls disproportionately on the elderly, outdoor workers and households without reliable access to cooling.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
One night he treated friends to shrimp, clams, fried potatoes and ouzo on the waterfront, upsetting elderly, likely famished, passersby.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
His mother, he says, deals with self-esteem issues because her identity has for so long been reduced to being a caretaker for elderly relatives, who, inevitably, pass away — leaving her feeling like a failure.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
My elderly neighbor and friend of 5 years left me her $1 million home.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
“We just want you young people to know how much we admire what you’re doing,” says one elderly lady with a European accent.
From "Linked" by Gordon Korman
Vocabulary lists containing elderly
Ancient Wisdom: Synonyms for "Old"
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"The Ugly One," Vocabulary from Chapters 16-20
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