past\ one's\ peak

past\ one's\ peak
adj. phr.
No longer as strong, efficient, or able as one once was, usually because of advanced age and decreased ability.

He used to be a terrific athlete but we're afraid he is past his peak.


Словарь американских идиом. — СПб., Изд-во "Лань". . 1997.

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