adult

Example Sentences

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They have drawn in many young children and older adults, with those 65 and up now their third-largest subscriber group.

From Los Angeles Times

In a situation like this, if you have been failed by the local police, escalate the case to adult protective services and the district attorney’s office.

From MarketWatch

Wilson said it was about making the roads safer for everyone who uses them - children and adults - whether they are pedestrians, cyclists or motorists.

From BBC

"Vigorous activity may not be safe for everyone, especially older adults or people with certain medical conditions. For them, any increase in movement is still beneficial, and activity should be tailored to the individual."

From Science Daily

"It's bad with an adult. It's even harder with a kid for me," Mark says.

From BBC