midlife

noun

mid·​life ˈmid-ˈlīf How to pronounce midlife (audio)
midlife adjective

Examples of midlife in a Sentence

changes that occur at midlife
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In their current iteration, men’s circles and similar programs typically attract men in midlife. Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 4 May 2025 The experience affirmed what Blair now champions: self-trust and persistent self-advocacy are essential tools for women in midlife managing their health. Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 30 Apr. 2025 Studies show that good grip strength in childhood tracks to grip strength in adulthood, and regular physical activity in midlife leads to having a firm grip as a senior. Matt Fuchs, Time, 30 Apr. 2025 At just 25 years old, many young Americans are already experiencing the kind of exhaustion once associated with midlife, according to a new survey. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for midlife

Word History

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of midlife was in 1807

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“Midlife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midlife. Accessed 18 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

midlife

noun
mid·​life ˈmid-ˈlīf How to pronounce midlife (audio)
midlife adjective

Medical Definition

midlife

noun
mid·​life
(ˈ)mid-ˈlīf

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