elders

Example Sentences

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

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

The elders knew: There is nothing like the vibe in New York City when the Knicks get going.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Perhaps one of the most profound effects of Punjabi music on this generation is how it has refined relationships with their elders.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

There is no cure, and the financial costs of caring for elders with dementia is enormous and rising as the population ages.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

We have become elders together, and yet I remember when she was born.

From "How It Went Down" by Kekla Magoon