Example Sentences

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Having a third child, which she still thinks about, would mean she wouldn’t be an empty nester until her mid-60s.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

For Veronica P., an empty nester who moved to Olive Dell in March 2024, the ranch offered her acceptance.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 5, 2025

But then, as she approached becoming an empty nester, Dressback began having panic attacks around being gay, she said, feeling that “I’ve pushed this down for a really long time.”

From Salon • Sep. 19, 2024

After losing a loved one, going through a breakup or becoming an empty nester, our items can become laced with deep sentiment.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 3, 2023

This bird, a ground nester and forager, was all but eliminated on treated areas.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson