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
Longevity has already emerged as the new keyword to lead the next wave of wellness, with the number eight eternity sign symbolizing each brand’s mission to help consumers lengthen their lifespans.
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Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The fund has a 10-year lifespan, with a five-year investment period followed by a five-year exit strategy.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2025
The filter’s lifespan is maximized by the three layers of protection built around it.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Most often seen in clumps in an oasis, the plant can have a lifespan of 200 years.
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025
Heavy drinkers had an average 13-year shorter lifespan compared to those who never drank alcohol.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Dry cleaning provides a gentle solution and helps extend their lifespan.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Apr. 2025
The technique could be quite timely, as the first generation of turbine blades — made in the 90s — are coming to the end of their lifespans.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
Due to its long lifespan in the Rolex catalog, several variations were made: While earlier examples feature tritium lume, later examples featured LumiNova and then Super-LumiNova.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2025
Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
The fund has a 10-year lifespan, with a five-year investment period followed by a five-year exit strategy.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2025
The filter’s lifespan is maximized by the three layers of protection built around it.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Most often seen in clumps in an oasis, the plant can have a lifespan of 200 years.
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025
Heavy drinkers had an average 13-year shorter lifespan compared to those who never drank alcohol.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Dry cleaning provides a gentle solution and helps extend their lifespan.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Apr. 2025
The technique could be quite timely, as the first generation of turbine blades — made in the 90s — are coming to the end of their lifespans.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
Due to its long lifespan in the Rolex catalog, several variations were made: While earlier examples feature tritium lume, later examples featured LumiNova and then Super-LumiNova.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for life span
Noun
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With 85% of the drug remaining after this period, the results indicate the depots could potentially provide drug release for significantly longer durations.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Mar. 2025
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Prices vary widely by destination, trip duration and choice of accommodation and value is subjective, but many guests see the value in all-inclusive vacations.—
Eve Chen,
USA TODAY,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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At this time last year, 44 homicides had been reported in the city, according to Star data.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
18 Apr. 2025
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At this time, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it has yet to be determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Find the little trans child that is ruining your life.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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By Jenna Ryu To say the last few years of Olivia Munn’s life have been a rollercoaster doesn’t fully capture what she’s been through.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
10 Apr. 2025
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Born in the Dutch city of Leiden in 1606, Rembrandt developed a reputation as one of the Netherlands’ most famous artists during his lifetime.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
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That's what Road Rules did for me in Morocco and Spain half a lifetime ago.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
EW.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Life span.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/life%20span. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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