golden years

plural noun

1. the years of retirement, normally after age 65.

Word History and Origins

Origin of golden years¹

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

In her golden years, White appeared in a Super Bowl commercial, hosted “Saturday Night Live” and became a social media darling with a new audience of young fans.

From Los Angeles Times

Doing so eliminates momentum and is therefore easier on the joints and connective tissue — one reason many fans of slo-mo training are in their golden years.

From Los Angeles Times

And one thing became certain: The benefits of strength training, even for those in their golden years, still outweigh the risks.

From Los Angeles Times

No matter where you are in life, investing for the future can give you more freedom so you can choose what your “golden years” look like.

From Salon

“The Bachelor” franchise has moved into the “golden years,” for heaven’s sake!

From Los Angeles Times

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