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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To the natural cruelty of people, young and old, which exists with and without digital acceleration?
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Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2025
In addition, both young and old rats gained more weight and showed problems with blood sugar control, fatty tissue, and gut microbiomes.
—Stephanie Edwards, Discover Magazine, 7 Mar. 2025
Stevenson is well versed in the attraction of golf to young and old.
—Steve Metsch, Chicago Tribune, 22 Feb. 2025
The rally continues to serve as a teaching moment for people young and old.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacramento Bee, 21 Jan. 2025
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Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2025
In addition, both young and old rats gained more weight and showed problems with blood sugar control, fatty tissue, and gut microbiomes.
—Stephanie Edwards, Discover Magazine, 7 Mar. 2025
Stevenson is well versed in the attraction of golf to young and old.
—Steve Metsch, Chicago Tribune, 22 Feb. 2025
The rally continues to serve as a teaching moment for people young and old.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacramento Bee, 21 Jan. 2025
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“Young and old.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/young%20and%20old. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.
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