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The oldest-old is vs The oldest-old are

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "The oldest-old is" is correct when referring to the oldest-old as a singular group or concept. On the other hand, "the oldest-old are" is correct when referring to the oldest-old as individuals or a plural group.

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The oldest-old is

This phrase is correct when referring to the oldest-old as a singular group or concept.

Use "the oldest-old is" when talking about the oldest-old as a collective or singular entity.

The oldest-old are

This phrase is correct when referring to the oldest-old as individuals or a plural group.

Use "the oldest-old are" when referring to the oldest-old as individual people or a group of individuals.

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