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Describing People - Age

Master English idioms regarding age, like "spring chicken" and "long in the tooth".

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English idioms used to Describe People

a young individual with little or no experience

Ex: Olivia is exploring different musical instruments ; she 's spring chicken in the world of music .
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a young energetic person that brings new ideas, enthusiasm, and vitality to a group, organization, or activity

Ex: The tech startup thrived on the creativity of its young blood, constantly pushing boundaries and staying ahead in the industry.
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used when someone has learned or experienced something from a very young age

Ex: While growing up, he had been exposed to various musical genres at his mother's knee, developing a diverse appreciation for music.
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(of a person) very young or very small

Ex: Back when we knee-high to a grasshopper, we used to play in the fields behind our house for hours .
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the time in a person's life marked by youthfulness, inexperience, and being carefree

Ex: The group of teenagers is savoring salad days, making memories and embracing the joy of youth before responsibilities take over .
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used to refer to people who look older than the age they are at

Ex: Tom may be only forty-five, but with his gray hair and wrinkles, he appears to be on the other side of fifty.
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ripe old age
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an advanced stage of life characterized by a long lifespan and great wisdom

Ex: Sarah 's grandparents have reached ripe old age and continue to enjoy each other 's company after decades of marriage .
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used to describe someone or something that is old and has existed for a long time

Ex: The ancient oak tree stands tall and strong, a testament to its age as old as the hills.
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describing an individual who has lived for a very long time and is not able to do certain activities due to old age

Ex: The house is long in the tooth, but it has a lot of character and charm.
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used to describe an old person who is still very active and healthy

Ex: The team's star player returned to the field, hale and hearty, after recovering from an injury, scoring a winning goal in the championship match.
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a senior citizen that spends a lot of time using the Internet

Ex: The retirement community organized a workshop to teach seniors how to silver surfers, empowering them to navigate the internet , shop online , and access information at their fingertips .
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used to refer to a significant age difference between two people, especially those who are romantically involved with one another

Ex: Sarah's new partner was much older than her, appearing to be old enough to be her father, which led to some questioning looks and conversations among their friends.
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beyond the peak of one's abilities or career, often implying a decline in performance

Ex: Despite over the hill, she completed the marathon with determination .
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