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
Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
Treatments, including massages and anti-aging therapies, incorporate skincare by Santa Maria Novella, the historic Florentine apothecary.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Mar. 2026
That will include anti-aging treatments, biotech breakthroughs and AI, as well as the role of Silicon Valley.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Retinol is widely regarded as the gold standard of anti-aging ingredients, but for those who really know their vitamin A the best retinal serums can be an even more coveted part of a preventive or anti-aging skin-care routine.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
Check out more anti-aging skin care shopper favorites below.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
But gone are the days when an effective routine also meant a cluttered bathroom vanity full of products—instead of needing multiple serums, sunscreens, and moisturizers to target different results, the latest products combine SPF and anti-aging effects all in one.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
These fall into categories like anti-aging and regenerative treatments.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
Guest rooms are decked out in muted coastal blues and offer ocean views, the SEA Wellness Spa specializes in hydrating and anti-aging facials, massages, and nailcare, and a restaurant, lounge, and bar serve a variety of salads, seafood, and cocktails.
—Tim Chester, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2026
Uriel Blanco, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
In Joachim Trier's touching drama (which won the best international feature Oscar), Stellan Skarsgård stars as an aging filmmaker making a comeback movie inspired by his family.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
To overcome this, the US National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) hosted the MagQuest Challenge to replace aging satellites with newer technologies.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
The renovation and partial rebuild of Middlefork aims to improve both the safety and security of the elementary school, with improvements to address aging infrastructure problems and modernization efforts to meet current educational standards, the district said.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Some people might call it a gimmick, but Kentucky whiskey brand Jefferson’s has been aging barrels on the high seas for years now as part of its Ocean Aged at Sea series.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2026
Also, shout out to that line for aging into one of modern cinema’s most incredible self-owns.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 27 Mar. 2026
Most symptoms attributed to perimenopause may be simply due to aging.
—Patricia Bencivenga, STAT, 26 Mar. 2026
City officials said crews encountered unexpected conditions while removing aging infrastructure inside the pool, requiring additional time and specialized equipment.
—Faith Bugenhagen, Austin American Statesman, 21 Mar. 2026
Adjective
In some videos, young girls show off their skincare routines with products containing anti-ageing ingredients like retinol.
—Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
Treatments, including massages and anti-aging therapies, incorporate skincare by Santa Maria Novella, the historic Florentine apothecary.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Mar. 2026
That will include anti-aging treatments, biotech breakthroughs and AI, as well as the role of Silicon Valley.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Retinol is widely regarded as the gold standard of anti-aging ingredients, but for those who really know their vitamin A the best retinal serums can be an even more coveted part of a preventive or anti-aging skin-care routine.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
Check out more anti-aging skin care shopper favorites below.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
But gone are the days when an effective routine also meant a cluttered bathroom vanity full of products—instead of needing multiple serums, sunscreens, and moisturizers to target different results, the latest products combine SPF and anti-aging effects all in one.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
These fall into categories like anti-aging and regenerative treatments.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
Guest rooms are decked out in muted coastal blues and offer ocean views, the SEA Wellness Spa specializes in hydrating and anti-aging facials, massages, and nailcare, and a restaurant, lounge, and bar serve a variety of salads, seafood, and cocktails.
—Tim Chester, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
The critical aid for Cuba comes as the nation has taken a severe economic hit since the US effectively blocked its oil supply earlier this year, depriving its aging electricity network of its main source of fuel.
—Uriel Blanco, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
In Joachim Trier's touching drama (which won the best international feature Oscar), Stellan Skarsgård stars as an aging filmmaker making a comeback movie inspired by his family.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
To overcome this, the US National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) hosted the MagQuest Challenge to replace aging satellites with newer technologies.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
The renovation and partial rebuild of Middlefork aims to improve both the safety and security of the elementary school, with improvements to address aging infrastructure problems and modernization efforts to meet current educational standards, the district said.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Some people might call it a gimmick, but Kentucky whiskey brand Jefferson’s has been aging barrels on the high seas for years now as part of its Ocean Aged at Sea series.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2026
Also, shout out to that line for aging into one of modern cinema’s most incredible self-owns.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 27 Mar. 2026
Most symptoms attributed to perimenopause may be simply due to aging.
—Patricia Bencivenga, STAT, 26 Mar. 2026
City officials said crews encountered unexpected conditions while removing aging infrastructure inside the pool, requiring additional time and specialized equipment.
—Faith Bugenhagen, Austin American Statesman, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aging
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Cases similar to Lewis's are adding to the growing debate about the constitutionality of a geofence warrant.—
Ubah Ali,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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Add Rowan County to the growing list of communities around the Charlotte region where neighbors are fighting against massive data centers coming to town.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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In fact, Jalloh was detained in February 2023, the arrest that triggered the 2023 detainer, for stabbing an elderly man and stealing his phone.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Mar. 2026
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Her association has advocated for stronger reforms and broad moratoriums on new licenses and Medicare enrollments in the hopes of stopping elderly patients from getting scammed.—
Jason Henry,
Daily News,
22 Mar. 2026
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Take these steps to protect comfort and keep progressing forward.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026
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Stewart is progressing in his recovery from shoulder surgery last fall and will likely repeat the live BP sessions a few times before going out on an extended rehab assignment in the minor leagues.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Beneficiaries are people with limited income who are either blind, aged 65 and older, or have another qualifying disability.—
Asher Notheis,
The Washington Examiner,
25 Mar. 2026
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This is how friends and family described 18-year-old Park Hill High School senior Tessa Walker, who was killed in a fiery crash in rural Platte County early Sunday morning.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
25 Mar. 2026
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New leaves emerge light blue-green maturing to a glossy olive green and then to an attractive coppery color in winter.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
12 Mar. 2026
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That argument is certainly upbeat in its implications—but the sound of Sexistential suggests the limits of maturing hedonistically.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Beneficiaries are people with limited income who are either blind, aged 65 and older, or have another qualifying disability.—
Asher Notheis,
The Washington Examiner,
25 Mar. 2026
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People want to buy their own insurance on the marketplace, and many middle-aged adults could afford it with just a little federal financial help, said Alan Weil, senior vice president of public policy at AARP.—
Sam Whitehead,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Aging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aging. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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