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Golden years
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a period of time in which someone no longer works due to old age
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What is the origin of the idiom "golden years" and when to use it?
The phrase "golden years" was first used in Shakespeare's play "Henry V" in 1599, where it referred to the later years of someone's life. It is used to describe the later years of someone's life, typically from retirement age onwards.
Examples
They moved to the coast to enjoy their golden years.
