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old guards

noun

plural of old guard

as in establishments

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.

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Many establishments, from brasseries to groceries, close up shop after serving a lunchtime rush to take their own pauses and prepare for evening service.

— Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Aug. 2026
Now, the unnamed man is known to several of the York establishments.

— Sean Joseph OutKick, FOXNews.com, 31 Aug. 2026

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