reach a birthday
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to arrive at a particular age or birthday milestone
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- I reached my 86th birthday this year.
- She will reach her 18th birthday next month, officially becoming an adult.
- He has just reached his 30th birthday and is planning a big celebration.
- When my grandfather reaches his 100th birthday, the whole family will gather for a party.
- What will you do when you reach your 40th birthday?
- Reaching his 21st birthday was a major milestone for him.
- Sadly, he never reached his 60th birthday.
- Every child who reaches their fifth birthday in our town receives a special book.
- In the 18th century, it was a great achievement to reach one's 50th birthday.
- The queen has reached another birthday, adding one more year to her long reign.