elderly
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But Mykola, 64, pointed to another service the post office provides to a largely elderly population.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
"Many of our elderly grew up at a time when many had no electricity, landline phones or proper schooling," Kim added.
From Barron's ● Sep. 14, 2026
He brought a range of fans on stage, from young children to an elderly woman, taking selfies and giving them gifts.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
A fire at a nursing home in Chile that had previously violated regulations has killed 16 elderly residents and left others hospitalized, authorities said Saturday.
From Barron's ● Sep. 12, 2026
The ages range from college students to elderly men and women.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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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