elder
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The elder Hou’s wife was visiting family in China around the time he is believed to have gone missing, according to his family.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
The elder Jeremiah invited him over to the house for lunch.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
A wise elder compares Hitler to Captain Ahab in “Moby-Dick,” with Germany as his doomed Pequod.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
While her elder sister became known for more poignant songs, Bhosle, until later in her career, was associated with bold, jazzy and cabaret-style numbers.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
Over her protests bedtime was declared, for she had used up her three questions and that, as the elder Lumleys said, was that.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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