variants
or ageing
as in older
being of advanced years and especially past middle age
more and more middle-aged adults must care for aging parents
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variants
or ageing
as in growing
to become mature
as your cat ages and becomes less active, you should change her diet
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Recent Examples of aging
Jordan Julian, InStyle, 11 Feb. 2026
Scientists believe its anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties may help protect the retina.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Better yet, for a limited time, this anti-aging serum is marked down to just $19.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
Caffeine and other compounds in coffee have positive anti-aging effects on the entire body.
—Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2026
He is known for his focus on the study of human longevity and anti-aging techniques.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 1 Feb. 2026
Unlike some eye creams sought after for their anti-aging results, where harsh actives offer risk of irritation or dryness, this does none of that.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 31 Jan. 2026
The company’s signature at-home system designed to simplify advanced anti-aging and skin renewal into one consistent routine.
—William Jones
january 29, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
But the other side of that is the Green Bay Way moves on from aging quarterbacks before they’re done to go with rising young ones — Brett Favre was dumped for Aaron Rodgers, Rodgers for Jordan Love.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Vicinte Mera, an expert in anti-aging medicine, includes them on his list of top foods to slow down the aging process, for one.
—Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2026
An aging population and declining birth rate are existential issues in Italy, but emigration further stretches the ratio in rural areas like this.
—Adam Erace, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
Supporters have said the rebuilt facility will allow Austin to host larger events, generate more visitor spending and create jobs, while also modernizing aging infrastructure.
—Chaya Tong, Austin American Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
Growing older is a beautiful, natural part of life, and with this, comes aging skin.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
Enrollment has continued to grow as more people develop cancers and chronic conditions linked to toxic dust and debris, while aging patients require more complex care, Benjamin Chevat, executive director for nonprofit Citizens for the Extension of the James Zadroga Act, told ABC News.
—Liz Neporent, ABC News, 5 Feb. 2026
The Leafs find themselves with a team that’s aging and slowing.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Adjective
The medium-coverage formula doubles as an anti-aging serum thanks to vitamin C that minimizes dark spots.
—Jordan Julian, InStyle, 11 Feb. 2026
Scientists believe its anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties may help protect the retina.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Better yet, for a limited time, this anti-aging serum is marked down to just $19.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
Caffeine and other compounds in coffee have positive anti-aging effects on the entire body.
—Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2026
He is known for his focus on the study of human longevity and anti-aging techniques.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 1 Feb. 2026
Unlike some eye creams sought after for their anti-aging results, where harsh actives offer risk of irritation or dryness, this does none of that.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 31 Jan. 2026
The company’s signature at-home system designed to simplify advanced anti-aging and skin renewal into one consistent routine.
—William Jones
january 29, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
Geisler notes that a single individual may manage care for aging parents while also coordinating medical needs for their children.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
But the other side of that is the Green Bay Way moves on from aging quarterbacks before they’re done to go with rising young ones — Brett Favre was dumped for Aaron Rodgers, Rodgers for Jordan Love.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Vicinte Mera, an expert in anti-aging medicine, includes them on his list of top foods to slow down the aging process, for one.
—Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2026
An aging population and declining birth rate are existential issues in Italy, but emigration further stretches the ratio in rural areas like this.
—Adam Erace, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026
Supporters have said the rebuilt facility will allow Austin to host larger events, generate more visitor spending and create jobs, while also modernizing aging infrastructure.
—Chaya Tong, Austin American Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
Growing older is a beautiful, natural part of life, and with this, comes aging skin.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
Enrollment has continued to grow as more people develop cancers and chronic conditions linked to toxic dust and debris, while aging patients require more complex care, Benjamin Chevat, executive director for nonprofit Citizens for the Extension of the James Zadroga Act, told ABC News.
—Liz Neporent, ABC News, 5 Feb. 2026
The Leafs find themselves with a team that’s aging and slowing.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aging
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Recent grocery store closures have rocked the north side of Milwaukee, where growing food deserts – areas where quality food is difficult to find – have left entire neighborhoods without ready access to food.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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The system is built for logistics and warehousing operations where frozen goods face strict shelf-life limits, FIFO requirements, and growing SKU complexity.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Democrats are also exploring increasing the property tax credit for homes and cars and creating a new credit for expenses to help an elderly parent.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
8 Feb. 2026
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Authorities identified one victim who was killed when an elderly driver crashed her silver Mercedes sedan into a 99 Ranch Market in Westwood Thursday — an incident that resulted in the death of three people and left several others injured.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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Molinar presented mid-year MAP data on Tuesday night at the school board meeting, showing how students in kindergarten through eighth grade are progressing compared to their national peers.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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Boswell has returned to practice, but Illinois needs to evaluate how his hand is progressing this week.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Given James is 41 years old, there was always going to be load management absences, especially on back-to-backs.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Brain game may reduce risk of Alzheimer’s A certain type of brain training appears to prevent or delay dementia by some 25% in people older than age 65.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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Best Varieties to Grow in Containers When growing onions in containers, our experts recommend choosing compact or fast-maturing varieties that thrive in limited space.—
Emily Hayes,
Martha Stewart,
6 Feb. 2026
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Warsh’s first test will be how the Fed handles the roughly $500 billion of seven-to-ten-year duration Treasuries maturing in the next year.—
Daniel J. Arbess,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
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Those aged 18–29 had the highest turnout of any group, at 35 percent, almost double its level in 2021.—
Neetu Arnold,
Washington Post,
10 Feb. 2026
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Not many middle-aged couples on TV argue about whether oral sex while driving is a wise move.—
Sarah Hepola,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Aging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aging. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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