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Father Time
noun
- the personification of time as an old man, usually in a white robe, having a white beard, and carrying a scythe.
Father Time
noun
- time personified as an old bearded man, usually carrying a scythe and an hourglass
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The Daily Beast finds the 20 American cities, from Austin to Oakland, where citizens defy Father Time.
One effect of Saturn, Old Father Time, in your sign, is an increased sense of living in the present.
Still, child, I am right glad that he is gone, and given father time to get over his anger.
Her companion begged her not to cry, for Father Time would surely help them.
Bowing low before Father Time, he was instructed to call the Holidays together.
After marching twice around the stage they took their stand in a semicircle before Father Time and the children.
It opened at once and out came a veritable Father Time, leaning on his staff.
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