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as in ancestors
one who is older than another
since the man next door is my senior by a number of years, I always address him as "Mr. Barton"
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as in superiors
one who is above another in rank, station, or office
the young attorney benefited from the mentorship of one of his seniors at the firm
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as in elders
the senior member of a group
when he retires, she will be the senior on the faculty
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as in adults
a person of advanced years
weekday movie matinees are often popular with seniors
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Recent Examples of seniors
Residents served by the agency include low-income families, seniors and those with special needs.
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Gabrielle Chenault, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Sep. 2025
Ranks third nationally for activities for seniors.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
But even seniors who might have smoked in their youth need a little cannabis re-education because the plant has gotten significantly stronger.
—Peter Su, Rolling Stone, 4 Sep. 2025
The night before the last game, the seniors got up to speak.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2025
The first cohort of seniors to have contended — not always enthusiastically — with a digital society has reached the age when cognitive impairment becomes more common.
—Paul Spann, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
Following Spain, France ranked the second-best country for seniors, offering excellent value in regions such as Normandy, Brittany, and Dordogne.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
Some Groups Are More Affected by Heat Exposure Extreme heat can affect anyone, but certain groups are more likely to experience dangerous health consequences, including children, seniors, outdoor workers, and people who have chronic health conditions or are pregnant.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The event runs through September 1, with tickets costing $18 for general admission and $8 for children and seniors.
—Ricardo Torres, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Gabrielle Chenault, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Sep. 2025
Ranks third nationally for activities for seniors.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
But even seniors who might have smoked in their youth need a little cannabis re-education because the plant has gotten significantly stronger.
—Peter Su, Rolling Stone, 4 Sep. 2025
The night before the last game, the seniors got up to speak.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2025
The first cohort of seniors to have contended — not always enthusiastically — with a digital society has reached the age when cognitive impairment becomes more common.
—Paul Spann, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
Following Spain, France ranked the second-best country for seniors, offering excellent value in regions such as Normandy, Brittany, and Dordogne.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
Some Groups Are More Affected by Heat Exposure Extreme heat can affect anyone, but certain groups are more likely to experience dangerous health consequences, including children, seniors, outdoor workers, and people who have chronic health conditions or are pregnant.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The event runs through September 1, with tickets costing $18 for general admission and $8 for children and seniors.
—Ricardo Torres, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seniors
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Andrea spends his free time here when not traveling the world performing, while his younger brother Alberto and his family quietly tend to the 300 acres of grain fields, vines, and olive trees, safeguarding the land their ancestors once farmed as sharecroppers.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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But the staff at the Indian Community School were nurturing and respectful while the students learned about their ancestors' heritage.—
Frank Vaisvilas,
jsonline.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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When there is an incident involving the police, such as an arrest or a traffic stop, police officers should assume they are being watched by their body cameras, which could then be inspected by their superiors.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
3 Sep. 2025
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Despite her male superiors’ desire to close the case and the resistance of a society where women have learned to hide themselves to ensure their safety, Noelle is determined to identify the body and uncover the truth.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
14 Aug. 2025
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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
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High school students, recent graduates and adults looking to expand their career opportunities have a new option in Gadsden, Alabama.—
Staff reports,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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This sharing allows both adults to enjoy ad-free listening on shuffle mode.—
Chad Murphy,
The Enquirer,
4 Sep. 2025
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Now he’s been tasked by his corporate bosses with reviving the Toledo Truth Teller — with a staff that knows nothing about journalism.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
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Hornet will have to navigate this vast, interconnected world filled with enemies, bosses and intricate environments to find her way back home.—
Meredith G. White,
AZCentral.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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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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Your ability to move with or without ease comes down to muscle mass, range of motion, flexibility, and energy levels, according to Richard Dupee, MD, chief of geriatrics at Tufts Medical Center.—
Sydney Wingfield,
Health,
26 Aug. 2025
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It also was listed in the top 50 in cancer, cardiology and vascular surgery, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology and gastrointestinal surgery, geriatrics, urology, and neurology and neurosurgery.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Aug. 2025
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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
Cite this Entry
“Seniors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seniors. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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