at an advanced age

phrase

: in old age
She began painting at an advanced age.

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Amato cautioned that even if the method works, carrying a pregnancy at an advanced age poses significant health risks. Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2025 Vonn is attempting to enter unchartered territory in terms of success at an advanced age in women’s skiing. Andrew Dampf, The Denver Post, 21 Dec. 2024 Even at an advanced age for a running back, Henry has showed only minimal signs of slowing down. Brian Wacker, Baltimore Sun, 20 July 2024 These workers are motivated and can contribute to a company’s success in many ways, even at an advanced age. Sydney Lake, Fortune, 18 June 2024

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“At an advanced age.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20an%20advanced%20age. Accessed 28 Jul. 2026.

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