elder
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"Cheryl was not a case file, she was an amazing funny little girl," her elder brother Ricki Nash, told the inquiry on its first day of public hearings.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Wang, square-jawed with a trademark comb-over in his elder years, remade himself as an economic technocrat as China opened up, then was tapped by Xi as disciplinary chief in 2012.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
A 2019 tribute after the elder Pulte’s death, in a publication of one of his charities, said:
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
The state of Georgia settled with the elder Chrisleys in January 2024, agreeing to pay them $1 million.
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
“Auntie,” JimmyTrotter said, “Miss Trotter wouldn’t do anything to keep Sophie from milking. That’s just—” He was too respectful to call an elder crazy but it was Alabama crazy.
From "Gone Crazy in Alabama" by Rita Williams-Garcia
Vocabulary lists containing elder
Code Talker
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Beowulf vocabulary
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
"The War of the Wall" by Toni Cade Bambara
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
