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Father Time

American  

noun

  1. the personification of time as an old man, usually in a white robe, having a white beard, and carrying a scythe.


Father Time British  

noun

  1. time personified as an old bearded man, usually carrying a scythe and an hourglass

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A gift: from my lucky stars and Father Time.

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“He’s not only competing against the entire league but also Father Time,” Spoelstra said.

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“And he’s giving Father Time hell.”

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But, “Father Time is undefeated,” Cook said.

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But there’s one milestone no man, not even Father Time, can ever take away from Ferragamo.

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