elders
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They are valuable gifts, often given to show respect, appreciation and goodwill and are associated with important occasions such as traditional weddings, family celebrations and ceremonies honouring elders or special guests.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
"But as it is coming for those who came before me, our elders and ancestors, we know how to roll up our sleeves and fight. So that's what we're gonna do."
From Barron's ● Aug. 8, 2026
The village elders send Ashitaka west to find out how this curse came to be.
From Salon ● Jul. 22, 2026
More men than ever are taking care of their elders, and as the massive baby boomer generation gets older, everyone will have to chip in.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026
One of the trembling elders says, “I will accept baptism. I do not want to be a burden to my family any longer.”
From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar
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