as in duration
the period during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress
I saw no need to pay more for a better-built computer that would just grow obsolete before the end of its life span
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Recent Examples of life span
This durability not only extends the lifespan of the products but also preserves their vibrant color brightness, contrast, and sheen.
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Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 4 Nov. 2024
Given their longer lifespans, women have additional healthcare costs to consider during retirement, estimated to be $165,000 on average, according to Fidelity Investments.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 2 Nov. 2024
Feeding flies rapamycin significantly extended their lifespan compared to those fed a control.
—New Atlas, 2 Nov. 2024
The 10 Best Leather Cleaners of 2024 How Often Should You Clean Leather Clothes?
Leather goods, including bags, billfolds and wallets, belts, footwear, and clothing should be cleaned regularly, as routine cleaning and conditioning will significantly extend the lifespan of leather pieces.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2024
And recent research gives scientists a further glimpse into their lifespans, indicating that selachians (the group that includes all sharks) originated in benthic or benthopelagic habitats before expanding into the pelagic zone around 122.6 million years ago.
—Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Photo : Neil Fraser, courtesy of RM Sotheby's Fewer than 7,500 examples of the Alpine A110 were made throughout the model’s lifespan.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024
Psychologically, individuals go through seven-year blocks of change throughout their lifespan.
—Myisha Battle, TIME, 31 Oct. 2024
Moreover, hornets fed with 80 percent ethanol lived out their typical three-month-long lifespan; their honeybee counterparts died within 24 hours.
—Rachel Berkowitz, Scientific American, 24 Oct. 2024
Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 4 Nov. 2024
Given their longer lifespans, women have additional healthcare costs to consider during retirement, estimated to be $165,000 on average, according to Fidelity Investments.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 2 Nov. 2024
Feeding flies rapamycin significantly extended their lifespan compared to those fed a control.
—New Atlas, 2 Nov. 2024
The 10 Best Leather Cleaners of 2024 How Often Should You Clean Leather Clothes?
Leather goods, including bags, billfolds and wallets, belts, footwear, and clothing should be cleaned regularly, as routine cleaning and conditioning will significantly extend the lifespan of leather pieces.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2024
And recent research gives scientists a further glimpse into their lifespans, indicating that selachians (the group that includes all sharks) originated in benthic or benthopelagic habitats before expanding into the pelagic zone around 122.6 million years ago.
—Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Photo : Neil Fraser, courtesy of RM Sotheby's Fewer than 7,500 examples of the Alpine A110 were made throughout the model’s lifespan.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024
Psychologically, individuals go through seven-year blocks of change throughout their lifespan.
—Myisha Battle, TIME, 31 Oct. 2024
Moreover, hornets fed with 80 percent ethanol lived out their typical three-month-long lifespan; their honeybee counterparts died within 24 hours.
—Rachel Berkowitz, Scientific American, 24 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for life span
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Some questions have been raised about Gill’s catch because of the duration of the long-range trip and the tackle used.Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 21 Nov. 2024
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Anyone who has been through a relationship of any duration will recognize the degree to which the trio dig into the essentials of the male/female dynamic.David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 19 Nov. 2024
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Choosing a Weight For your first time, Blinch recommends going easy.Alyssa Ages, Outside Online, 18 Nov. 2024
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But Fox scored twice in the second half and Creek beat Grandview for the second time in three weeks.Matt Schubert, The Denver Post, 17 Nov. 2024
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Paired with regular cleaning, that simple action can extend the life of your bed.Heather Cruickshank, SELF, 23 Nov. 2024
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But Jun is skeptical of online posts connecting mouth-taping to better sleep, cardiovascular health, attractive jawlines, and general life improvement.Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
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One weekend trip does not a lifetime license buyer make.Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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The 2025-26 season will provide a long onramp for the orchestra’s leadership transition: St.Clair will lead three subscription weeks in the coming season before assuming his lifetime appointment as Music Director Laureate.Samantha Dunn, Orange County Register, 13 Nov. 2024
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“Life span.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/life%20span. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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