be well advanced in years

"the still of the night"

"My grandmother is well and enjoying her retirement. "

"we moved to this town a year ago;  I quit smoking exactly one year ago"

"My grandmother enjoys gardening in her backyard. "

"Please push the door to."

"The teacher advanced the students' understanding of fractions by using visual aids. "

"A civilised society should always look after the old in the community."

"He might get cancer, or be hit by a bus, or God knows what."

"It has to be done – no ifs or buts."

"My grandfather helped me with my math homework. "

"The elderly woman in the park shared stories of her childhood with the children. "

"Enjoy your holidays!   I enjoy dancing."