eldest

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Meagan, his eldest daughter, studied agricultural science and worked for him, as did her husband.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

His eldest brother, singer-playwright Paavalar Varadharajan, performed at Communist Party events in the 1950s, when the party wielded significant influence in the region.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Koc stepped down as chairman of Koc Holding in 2003, handing the reins to his eldest son, Mustafa Koc who died suddenly of a heart attack in 2016.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

And there may be more good news on the way for the president’s eldest son.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

Madame paused to rearrange her skirts, now that the smelly baby was gone from her lap, and drew her three eldest children close to her.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood