Past (someone's or something's) prime In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "past (someone's or something's) prime", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

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Meaning of Past (someone's or something's) prime

Past (someone's or something's) prime adjective phrase

Used when someone or something is no longer in the best, most successful, or most productive stage

Jennifer, a well-known singer in the 1990s, was past her prime.

He used to be a famous football player, but he is past his prime now.

Those computers in the school are past their prime. I think they should be replaced.

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a long time ago

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To remain influential in a particular situation or a particular group of people for a long time

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Time is running out.

anytime soon

This expression means something will occur in the near future.

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