as in deans
the senior member of a group
the elder statesman of the White House correspondents is finally retiring after nearly a half century of service
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Noun
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The university’s central office and the deans’ offices are working to eliminate administration positions, officials added.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Directly referencing elders in such a manner is exceptionally rare in ancient inscriptions, underscoring the significance of the find.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Our elders know how to make tools and sealskin pants the right way.—
Jennie Punter,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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As this beat writer has previously pointed out, Evero’s history has been partial to playing veterans early on in a season.—
Mike Kaye
September 10,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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Four people will testify at the hearing, including three military veterans and one journalist.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Elder statesmen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elder%20statesmen. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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