as in elder
a person of advanced years
more and more senior citizens are living active, rewarding lives
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Recent Examples of senior citizen
That research helped shape the kinds of events and programs the branch now hosts, including digital skills programs, events with resources for senior citizens and programs for children.
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Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
During his campaign for mayor last year, Bryan Calvo promised to eliminate property taxes for senior citizens.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
The Democrat called for cuts, including to a program designed to save senior citizens money, but Republicans said the cuts may not be deep enough.
—Christine Sloan, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
Helping the homeless, raising awareness on teens’ mental health issues and bringing joy to senior citizens through music were among community service projects chosen by eighth graders at Pacific Beach Middle School.
—Cyril A. Reinicke, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
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Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
During his campaign for mayor last year, Bryan Calvo promised to eliminate property taxes for senior citizens.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
The Democrat called for cuts, including to a program designed to save senior citizens money, but Republicans said the cuts may not be deep enough.
—Christine Sloan, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
Helping the homeless, raising awareness on teens’ mental health issues and bringing joy to senior citizens through music were among community service projects chosen by eighth graders at Pacific Beach Middle School.
—Cyril A. Reinicke, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for senior citizen
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Paul Mukilya, the school’s manager, said parents often are not supportive and the school's outreach officers are left to seek agreement with community elders for students to attend.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Tobolowsky previously rejected motions from other Gateway elders, ruling that the suit was not a religious issue and could be handled in secular court.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Apr. 2026
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General admission tickets are $22 for adults and $8 for children, with early access options available.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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This kit gives you the tools to protect yourself and your loved ones — especially vulnerable groups like children, older adults, and those with chronic conditions.—
CBS LA Staff,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Corey Perry, the 39-year-old golden-ager, kept up with McDavid and Draisaitl at times.—
Daniel Nugent-Bowman,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Sitting alone among these ancients can be a profound experience.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Aug. 2025
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Read More: These 5 Ancient Civilizations Treasured Their Pets Coping with Critters The discovery of archeological remains has helped scientists better understand how ancients coped with bothersome critters.—
Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi,
Discover Magazine,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Senior citizen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/senior%20citizen. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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