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

From Los Angeles Times

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

From Los Angeles Times

There is no escaping that Father Time is catching up with the 38-year-old.

From BBC

He also worked with another ancient quarterback who defied Father Time.

From The Wall Street Journal

Those who snub Father Time like to say that 50 is the new 30.

From Los Angeles Times