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Example Sentences
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When Estonian mother Jelizaveta Ponomarjova's elder daughter started fourth grade in September, she did not understand what her teacher was saying.
From Barron's
The chief and elders sent the gong-gong beater to every corner of the village, and everyone gathered to hear what the visitors had to say.
From Literature
Arman's elder brother Farman Ali said that his brother left home after dinner on 18 January, saying he would be back with some medicines for their parents.
From BBC
WASHINGTON—A new poll shows 76% of Greenlanders say they wouldn’t benefit from becoming part of the U.S., noting their concerns about exchanging the Danish welfare system for American healthcare, elder care and education.
When the lid is closed again, you can do things you wouldn’t do in the presence of your elders.
From Literature
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
