Example Sentences

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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

Milestones like a 40th or 50th birthday, or becoming an empty nester, can provoke uncertainty about your life and your future.

From New York Times • Jan. 20, 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

Zöe, I can't let you leave without asking you one last question I'm going to be an empty nester soon.

From Salon • Aug. 4, 2022

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

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson