elders

Example Sentences

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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

The game plan in a modern Feeney game revolves around strategically placing the elders in the batting lineup to avoid having two quick strikeouts or slow runners on base.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

Allen, then the editor of Harper’s magazine, examines the perceived revolt and bad behavior of the “flaming youth,” linking their antics to frustration with their elders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

The president has been attempting to move Somalia towards democratic elections, replacing a system based around clan elders.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

“No,” she said, not like she disagreed, but that you shouldn’t say such things about elders.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri