elderly

Example Sentences

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He said: "An elderly couple in their 80s told me they had to find £1,000 for an oil delivery and suppliers are not giving quotes. It's really quite difficult."

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Pollution is particularly dangerous to those with existing health problems, the elderly and children.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The driver of the Toyota sustained moderate injuries, and an elderly passenger in the Honda also had complaints of pain, the spokesperson said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Postal delays can affect ballots mailed by elderly voters, rural voters, or voters who lack reliable transportation to polling places.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

Boaz turned briefly, scowling, and realized a second too late that to everyone else it might appear that he was grimacing at the pair of elderly men in the row behind him.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny