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In your eighties

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Specifies someone's age without giving the exact number, suggesting advanced years with a degree of vagueness. SlideThe author, in his eighties, released his final novel.
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Expresses respect or admiration when someone in their eighties maintains certain abilities or activities. SlideHe's in his eighties and still runs marathons!
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Not PrecisePlay
Avoid using it when precise age is important, as it covers a ten-year span. SlideDuring the census, you'll need to provide your exact age, not just 'in your eighties'.