elders
Example Sentences
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He checked on elders in his community who also stayed behind, and he fuelled up four boats down on the lake in case they needed a quick escape.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
"But as it is coming for those who came before me, our elders and ancestors, we know how to roll up our sleeves and fight. So that's what we're gonna do."
From Barron's ● Aug. 8, 2026
The village elders send Ashitaka west to find out how this curse came to be.
From Salon ● Jul. 22, 2026
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
He gave the crowd a slight bow and walked over to escort the elders out.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
