autumn of life

Example Sentences

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But the probability was, that a man, advancing towards the autumn of life, and determined to marry, would rather recede from his engagement and seek another mate, than run the risk of such indefinite delay.

From Tales from Blackwood, Volume 1 by Various

Oh, why are we not as lovely in our autumn of life as nature is in hers?

From Lazy Thoughts of a Lazy Girl Sister of that "Idle Fellow." by Wren, Jenny

Back in England again—England in the fall of the year—England in the autumn of life, for Sir Charles Verdayne was nearing his end.

From One Day A sequel to 'Three Weeks' by Anonymous

The past, with its dark shadows, sank into oblivion, and to the man who was already approaching the autumn of life sounded joyously the message that every blossom was repeating: Spring is here!

From 'Clear the Track' A Story of To-day by Elisabeth Buerstenbinder (AKA E. Werner)

Though now in the autumn of life, her figure was still good—her features still handsome, but they derived their chief charm from the sensible and benevolent expression of her fine open countenance.

From Pencil Sketches or, Outlines of Character and Manners by Leslie, Eliza