golden years

Definition of golden years

: the advanced years in a lifetime active well into their golden years

Examples of golden years in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web What does the 59-year-old former Royal Navy officer do with his golden years? — BostonGlobe.com, "LONDON — After Prince Andrew’s interview defending his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, students, charities and businesses are reviewing their associations with the prince.," 20 Nov. 2019 There are many reasons so many have fallen in love with this kitty and are hopeful for the right family to come and care for this beautiful being for the rest of her golden years. — Arizona Republic, azcentral, "Adelaide and more pets up for adoption in Phoenix-area shelters this week," 13 Dec. 2019 In the 1870s, the Smith sisters, Abby and Julia, were enjoying their golden years until they were labeled tax evaders and began a local crusade for women’s suffrage that soon propelled them into the national spotlight. — Peter Marteka, courant.com, "These Glastonbury sisters became a rallying cry for the national suffragist movement. A local Cub Scout pack is honoring them with a holiday ornament.," 13 Dec. 2019 What does the 59-year-old former Royal Navy officer do with his golden years? — BostonGlobe.com, "LONDON — After Prince Andrew’s interview defending his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, students, charities and businesses are reviewing their associations with the prince.," 20 Nov. 2019 So, too, is adding a power arm like Cole or Strasburg as Kershaw continues his gentle transformation into his golden years. — Gabe Lacques, USA TODAY, "Five burning questions for MLB's Winter Meetings," 5 Dec. 2019 What does the 59-year-old former Royal Navy officer do with his golden years? — BostonGlobe.com, "LONDON — After Prince Andrew’s interview defending his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, students, charities and businesses are reviewing their associations with the prince.," 20 Nov. 2019 For the fourth straight year, the special pair will flock from the White House to enjoy their golden years at -- wait for it -- Gobblers Rest at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Blacksburg. — Jay Croft, CNN, "Post-presidential pardon, these turkeys will find a permanent place to nest," 23 Nov. 2019 What does the 59-year-old former Royal Navy officer do with his golden years? — BostonGlobe.com, "LONDON — After Prince Andrew’s interview defending his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, students, charities and businesses are reviewing their associations with the prince.," 20 Nov. 2019

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Last Updated

11 Jan 2020

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“Golden years.” The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/golden%20years. Accessed 22 January 2020.

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