young and old

idiom

: young people and old people : people of all ages

The game is played by young and old alike.

a story for young and old

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The holidays are upon us once more; a time when generosity fills the hearts of the mortal — young and old. —

Eric C. Shuster, Austin American-Statesman, 6 Dec. 2024 For many, the holidays are about family, where young and old recall the magic of Christmas morning—when kids sneak wide-eyed downstairs and witness a twinkling tree surrounded by a sea of presents. —

Chris Dorsey, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 Pickleball has spiked in popularity during recent years as a game enjoyed by those young and old. —

Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 27 Oct. 2024 From go-go clubs to gospel concerts The Rare Essence show brought out a crowd of young and old clubgoers. —

Deborah Barfield Berry, USA TODAY, 15 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for young and old

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