as in elders
a person of advanced years
ancients in the tribe are accorded great respect and valued for their wisdom
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Saikat Choudhury’s detailed graphite drawings honor connections between youth and elders, bridge cultural traditions, and acknowledge the disparity in belonging as well.—
Diana Argabrite,
Mercury News,
11 Jan. 2026 -
But wealthy elders aren’t in a big hurry to discuss those plans with the kids.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
10 Jan. 2026
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The free community event provides older adults with resources and inspiration.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Jan. 2026
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About two-thirds of Hispanic adults overall disapproved of the president’s approach to immigration, while 61% said his economic policies have made conditions worse, according to the poll.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Ancients.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ancients. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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