eldest

Example Sentences

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The trial heard that MacRae, who is survived by her eldest son Gordon, was a devoted mother and had been deeply in love with MacDowell.

From BBC

She added that it took her until her eldest son Theo was eight months old to feel ready to talk about the topic in her stand-up routines.

From BBC

My brother, who is the eldest sibling, and I are the only surviving members of our family since our parents passed away.

From MarketWatch

As well as seeing her eldest child on trial in Norway's biggest court spectacle for years, Mette-Marit is suffering from ill health, having contracted the lung disease pulmonary fibrosis.

From BBC

Sunday’s episode, “Connor’s Wedding,” doesn’t show any signs of Logan slowing down, including to honor his eldest son’s nuptials.

From Salon