golden years

plural noun

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

Examples of golden years in a Sentence

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And there's a lot that could change in between now and my golden years. Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 5 Jan. 2026 But most importantly, that meant making sure Elizabeth would enjoy golden years that were truly golden. Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 2 Jan. 2026 Seniors looking for a place to spend their golden years may want to turn their sights to Georgia. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2025 Boise isn’t the only Idaho city that’s considered a top spot to spend your golden years. Julia Hawkins, Idaho Statesman, 30 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for golden years

Word History

First Known Use

1945, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of golden years was in 1945

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“Golden years.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/golden%20years. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.

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