elderly
Example Sentences
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At one feeding center, an elderly volunteer told us he spends hours every day scavenging for firewood.
From Salon
Clare looks at how the case is shining a light on the risks of having an elderly parent living solo and prompting difficult conversations.
His legal practice held power of attorney for many elderly people with dementia.
From BBC
An elderly parent is vulnerable, especially if their health is in decline.
From MarketWatch
The Dominican nuns who run the kitchen prepare food for about 80 elderly or destitute people -- growing numbers of Cubans are forced to rummage through garbage bins for food -- each day.
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
