senility

Example Sentences

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He has been accused of senility, stupidity and a wide spectrum of other incompetencies.

From Salon • Nov. 26, 2022

In the distorted mirrors of social media commentary, every slip is magnified into supposed proof of senility.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 19, 2022

You’re hoping to croak before senility sets in.

From New York Times • Oct. 13, 2022

An 1887 Times story praised Southern California as “a mecca for sick pilgrims,” its climate a miracle treatment for hay fever, asthma, even senility.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2022

I take note: artist instead of painter, the foreboding still, sign-pointing the way to senility.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood