young and old
idiom
: young people and old people : people of all ages
The game is played by young and old alike.
a story for young and old
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When constructing the messages of the film, the production team was mindful to consult with experts on how to mindfully approach the concepts for viewers young and old.
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Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 17 June 2025
Benefits of dog puzzles Puzzles offer a range of benefits to dogs young and old.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2025
There is something magical about a firefly that fascinates young and old alike.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 11 June 2025
Their assessments have shown that the bones belonged to male and female patients, both young and old, many of whom showed signs of damage on their skulls and teeth.
—Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 5 May 2025
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Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 17 June 2025
Benefits of dog puzzles Puzzles offer a range of benefits to dogs young and old.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2025
There is something magical about a firefly that fascinates young and old alike.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 11 June 2025
Their assessments have shown that the bones belonged to male and female patients, both young and old, many of whom showed signs of damage on their skulls and teeth.
—Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 5 May 2025
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“Young and old.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/young%20and%20old. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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