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Example Sentences
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For the older, rural, more conservative parts of the population, the replacement of the Bulgarian lev by the euro provokes fear and resentment.
From BBC
Even more striking, restoring this protein in older blood cells reversed several signs of cellular aging.
From Science Daily
For Gutiérrez, one of five siblings, his interest in filmmaking is linked to one of his older brothers who had a bit of a double life.
From Los Angeles Times
Showing your confidence in a young mind is priceless, whether it’s with the gift of stocks or 529 plans for your grandchildren’s education, particularly when the older generation did not have the same educational opportunities.
From MarketWatch
It’s also for those simply contemplating how they want to grow old.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.