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old age

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noun

  1. the last period of human life, now often considered to be the years after 65.

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Etymology

Origin of old age

Middle English word dating back to 1300–50

Example Sentences

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I’d spent my youth defending “The Devil Wears Prada” with my life, trying to convince detractors weaponizing the words “chick flick” about its brilliance since the wise, old age of 12.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

New book releases include a story of new life in old age, the highly anticipated second novel from the author of “The Help” and unexpectedly tender essays from David Sedaris.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Social Security was created in 1935 as a safety net to protect Americans from the hardships of unemployment, in addition to old age and disability.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

But neither gets to the deeper problem: Chinese households still feel they need to save heavily against illness, unemployment, old age, and the cost of raising children.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

"Fifteen! For the prop of my old age and the delight of my eyes! Do not mock my grey beard, Tarkaan though you be. My price is seventy."

From "The Horse and His Boy" by C.S. Lewis

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