elder
Example Sentences
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Khamenei held a pope-like position in the Shiite Muslim world: elected by a council of elders to convey the word of God.
These trusts are outdated, says Patrick Simasko, elder law attorney and financial advisor in Michigan.
From Barron's
The elder Ellison had pledged to personally guarantee the deal, including $45.7 billion in equity required to close the transaction.
From Los Angeles Times
That is how I see the elder Mr. Hughes—as a cathedral builder.
Stasevska has made it her mission to raise funds — more than 250,000 euros to date — to provide basic supplies particularly for children and elders who are without power and huddling in freezing cold homes.
From Los Angeles Times
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