empty nester

noun

empty nest·er -ˈne-stər

: a parent whose children have grown and moved away from home

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The show, which premieres Dec. 12, follows Lydia and Paul (Lisa Kudrow and Ray Romano), empty nesters who decide to start anew by listing their gorgeous, century-old home in one of L.A.’s most desirable neighborhoods. —

Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Sep. 2024 By providing diverse price points, these communities attract a wide range of residents, from first-time homebuyers to empty nesters. —

Brad Hunter, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024 Courteney Cox didn't initially understand why becoming an empty nester was such a big deal. —

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