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In your sixties

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This phrase doesn't specify an exact age, just that someone is in their sixtieth decade. SlideMy neighbor is in his sixties, always forgets his exact age!
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'In your sixties' is casual, often used in informal talk about age without requiring exact numbers. SlideAt the reunion, I noticed that many of my classmates are now in their sixties.
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Culturally, this phrase can imply approaching retirement or having grown-up children. SlideMy parents are in their sixties, so they're thinking about selling the house and traveling.