Universities often encourage faculty to take sabbatical years to pursue long-term research and recharge intellectually.

Our financial report compares revenue growth over the last three calendar years.

The company reported steady growth across the last three financial years, which reassured investors.

The dog seemed elderly at twelve human years, but still loved to play.

Archaeologists used records of Sothic years to refine the chronology of ancient Egypt.

The company adjusted its depreciation schedule to reflect losses over several accounting years.

During the Years of Lead, Italy experienced a prolonged wave of left- and right-wing terrorism that reshaped its politics and society.

During his twilight years, he finally had time to write the stories he'd always carried inside him.

Many students form lasting friendships during their academic years.

In his autumn years, he spent mornings in the garden, content with a quieter life.