the elderly

noun

: elderly people
providing care for the elderly

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These commonsense reforms will preserve these important safety net programs for those who need it most — namely, low-income mothers, children, the elderly, and disabled Americans... Todd Spangler, Freep.com, 3 July 2025 That covers money for hospitals, nursing homes, pharmacy, home care for the elderly, and dental coverage for adults and children, among other services for more than 1 million people. Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 3 July 2025 Children and the elderly also face an elevated risk, as their bodies have a harder time regulating temperature. Elizabeth B. Kim, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025 Experts urge Texans to take precautions: stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours, wear light clothing and check on vulnerable neighbors, including the elderly and those without air conditioning, throughout these next couple of weeks and into the summer. Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for the elderly

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“The elderly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20elderly. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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