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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grand old men
Noun
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Preparations have been underway for nearly a year — out of public view — as the development team Centennial Partners cleared furniture, fixtures and detritus from the 19-story building that ceased to function as a hospital in 2008.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026 -
But in their century-plus of existence, the lake-like impoundments created by the dams have become beloved fixtures of nearby communities.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
Noun
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The leadership of our scientific and university institutions must speak out more forcefully to the nation in defense of science.—
Tara Haelle,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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The law only applies to some public institutions such as welfare offices, while schools and hospitals are exempted.—
Claudia Ciobanu,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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“Grand old men.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grand%20old%20men. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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