gray power

noun

1. the organized influence exerted by elderly people as a group, especially for social or political purposes or ends.

Word History and Origins

Origin of gray power¹

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

Apart from that, we see what looks to be a white or gray power button and the company’s G logo.

From The Verge

“This is not about gray power, but the power to shock.”

From New York Times

Beyoncé and Jay Z stepped out in matching gray power suits to attend the premiere of Hands of Stone in New York City on Monday night in what could be interpreted as the ultimate power move from the ultimate power couple.

From Time

Gray power suits for the ultimate power couple.

From Time

Instead of one of her colorful pantsuits — or opting for the tried-and-true black or gray power suit, Clinton made a bold fashion choice given the general messiness and hazards of everyday life — especially one for a historic political moment. She wore a crisp, summertime white.

From Los Angeles Times