golden age

noun

: a period of great happiness, prosperity, and achievement

Examples of golden age in a Sentence

the golden age of art a golden age for our country
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The 113-room Greenwich Village property is an Art Deco haven reminiscent of New York City’s golden age, with original artwork from local artists and jazz performances in the lobby courtesy of students at the New School. Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024 With so many sea days, its imperative that the boat is just as exciting as the destinations—Queen Mary 2 boasts remarkable golden age style and elegance in every corner. Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Dec. 2024 The braiding works brilliantly, transporting the reader to perilous seas in the golden age of steam, and a daring and dangerous rescue mission. Chris Wheatley, Longreads, 3 Dec. 2024 The idea of stepping into a beautiful, handcrafted tent and escaping into the golden age of cinema is pure magic. Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for golden age 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of golden age was in the 15th century

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“Golden age.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/golden%20age. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

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