- to die of old age
- to live to a ripe old age
- (fig.) (of sth) to come to an end (after a long period of service)
Generated: This meaning is used to refer to someone passing away naturally due to their old age, often implying they lived a full life.
He passed away peacefully at home.
Generated: This meaning emphasizes reaching a very old age with health and vitality, often used in a positive context.
He hopes to live to a ripe old age and enjoy a healthy retirement.
Generated: This figurative usage describes something that has ended after a long duration, often implying a sense of completion or fulfillment.
This classic movie has finally come to an end after its long run.