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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There is a subtle twist to the classic aesthetic, something that places it in the moment, even while looking back at the 1950s, 60s and 70s, the golden age of watch design. Carol Besler, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024 Related article Unforgettable photos of psychedelia and debauchery from the golden age of LSD In small clinical trials, synthetic versions of the psychedelic have shown benefits in tackling cluster headaches, anxiety, anorexia, obsessive-compulsive disorder and various forms of substance abuse. Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 22 Oct. 2024 Phillips took inspiration from authentic sources, from ‘70s downtown New York City hallmarks to the golden age of Hollywood to Lady Gaga herself. Fawnia Soo Hoo, refinery29.com, 4 Oct. 2024 The bad news is that there are still deep structural issues stacking the deck against producing shows of the caliber that defined the golden age of TV, like Mad Men, 30 Rock, or Girls. Constance Grady, Vox, 16 Sep. 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 5 Nov. 2024.

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