past one's prime

Idioms and Phrases

Beyond the peak of one's powers, as in Jean still plays tennis but at 79 she's obviously past her prime . Also see the synonym over the hill ; prime of life .

Example Sentences

There’s no crime in missing short putts under pressure or aging past one’s prime, either.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• aged
• ancient
• decrepit
• elderly
• gray
• mature
• tired
• venerable