elder
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These elder statesmen have witnessed leaders of the world’s tech, finance and real estate businesses flock to South Florida, often attracted by lower taxes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026
The elder Kushner spent nearly two years in custody following a federal tax fraud conviction.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
Koch, Inc. has a distinct advantage here: Its various leaders have an exemplar in the elder Mr. Koch, who champions the principles while modeling them.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
And now, with championship aspirations entering his 13th season, and fifth in Los Angeles, Mack is basking in his role as the Chargers’ elder statesman.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 2, 2026
So there were only three experienced warriors who could fight a lion, plus the one elder who had come down with me.
From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola
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