elder
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The elder son had sold off many of the Kushners’ New Jersey holdings and then, in 2007, paid a record $1.8 billion for a Manhattan office tower just before the financial crisis hit.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026
As the elder son, Jared was on track to enter the family business, which amassed thousands of New Jersey apartment units under Charlie’s leadership.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026
Then, two years ago, the elder Ellison announced that Nashville would host Oracle’s new headquarters.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
Malick Thiaw was among the elder statesmen as he led Newcastle out as captain on his 25th birthday and this side will certainly need youthful vigour to play Jaissle's intense brand of football.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
Immediately Matthias scrambled about on all fours, hastily trying to stuff nuts back into the basket as he muttered clumsy apologies, avoiding the stern gaze of his elder.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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