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
“In the beginning there was nothing but Spider Woman,” say Navajo and Pueblo elders.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
The scandal is especially egregious because widows and widowers are disproportionately among the poorest elders.
From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026
HLCs are groups of elders, responsible for guiding followers as they navigate healthcare.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
Bending, she touched Baba’s feet and then her own forehead in a pranam—the gesture of honor younger people gave elders on special occasions.
From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins
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