the old guard

noun

: the usually older members of an organization (such as a political party) who do not want or like change

She's not popular with the old guard.

(US) The old guard is stronger than ever.

(British) The old guard are stronger than ever.

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The next generation has far more expansive views on LGBTQ+ issues and trans rights than many of the old guard who populate the top rungs of political parties and institutions today. —

Anthony D. Romero, Twin Cities, 6 Dec. 2024 There’s the old guard, many of whom have seen their children advance to middle school but stuck around at Veterans to volunteer and remain active at the school. —

Jeffrey S. Solochek, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Nov. 2024 However, there’s plenty of continuity from the old guard. —

Steph Yang, The Athletic, 25 July 2024 After successive intelligence failures, Khamenei can no longer rely on the old guard to run Iran. —

Saeid Golkar, Foreign Affairs, 11 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for the old guard

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