elders
Example Sentences
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Younger adults now have a much broader definition than their elders of psychological harm.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 26, 2026
They interviewed local people, including wildlife scouts and community elders.
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026
Young people are "more inquisitive" and ask more questions than their elders, who Miller said sometimes hesitate to challenge him for fear of causing offense.
From Barron's ● Sep. 7, 2026
The elders granted permission for the Malgana language to be included so that the culture could be recognized and celebrated.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 3, 2026
Grandpa Doc says something about talking to the Msaidizi himself while the elders deliberate.
From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas
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