- superlative of old.
eldest
Example Sentences
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The Freeman’s middle children are just a little over a year older than the Heywards’ eldest.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2026
Maddison said that because of his prolonged absence from football, his eldest son Leo actually assumed at one point that he had left Spurs.
From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026
Their eldest might fail her final year after breaking a bone during her exams.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
Her eldest daughter, Avery, moved to the U.K. around two years ago and now travels across Europe.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
“And as the eldest, it will always be your responsibility to look after your younger siblings. Promise us that you will always watch out for them and make sure they don’t get into trouble.”
From "The Bad Beginning" by Lemony Snicket
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