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
Shelf-stable foods last a long time at cooler temperatures, but that lifespan can shorten considerably in the heat.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2025
Whether or not either of these two quarterbacks are worth a top-two selection, let alone a trade-up for one of these top two picks, a new quarterback can often extend the lifespan of a General Manager.
—Tyler Small, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
Unlike conventional batteries, supercapacitors have an exceptionally long lifespan, lasting hundreds of thousands of charge-discharge cycles, whereas lithium batteries typically last only five years or less.
—Zackery Cuevas, PCMAG, 7 Jan. 2025
In the fast-moving air taxi and eVTOL market, things are jumping at a pace not seen since the dotcom bubble of the 1990s when flash new companies had the lifespan of mayflies with a chronic cough.
—David Szondy, New Atlas, 5 Jan. 2025
One thing that got me angry was the lifespan of things and the lack of repairability.
—Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Jan. 2025
The team’s analysis suggests the median lifespan for North Atlantic right whales is 22 years and that only 10% of the animals are likely to live past age 47.
—Bymitch Leslie, science.org, 20 Dec. 2024
The Handsfree Series features automotive-grade lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery cells, offering over 4,000 charging cycles and a lifespan of 10 years.
—New Atlas, 19 Dec. 2024
Deals on Woot have a very short lifespan, and only last for a limited time, or as soon as a product sells out (usually the latter).
—Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 16 Dec. 2024
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2025
Whether or not either of these two quarterbacks are worth a top-two selection, let alone a trade-up for one of these top two picks, a new quarterback can often extend the lifespan of a General Manager.
—Tyler Small, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
Unlike conventional batteries, supercapacitors have an exceptionally long lifespan, lasting hundreds of thousands of charge-discharge cycles, whereas lithium batteries typically last only five years or less.
—Zackery Cuevas, PCMAG, 7 Jan. 2025
In the fast-moving air taxi and eVTOL market, things are jumping at a pace not seen since the dotcom bubble of the 1990s when flash new companies had the lifespan of mayflies with a chronic cough.
—David Szondy, New Atlas, 5 Jan. 2025
One thing that got me angry was the lifespan of things and the lack of repairability.
—Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Jan. 2025
The team’s analysis suggests the median lifespan for North Atlantic right whales is 22 years and that only 10% of the animals are likely to live past age 47.
—Bymitch Leslie, science.org, 20 Dec. 2024
The Handsfree Series features automotive-grade lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery cells, offering over 4,000 charging cycles and a lifespan of 10 years.
—New Atlas, 19 Dec. 2024
Deals on Woot have a very short lifespan, and only last for a limited time, or as soon as a product sells out (usually the latter).
—Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 16 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for life span
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Research suggests that creatine is ideal for high-intensity activities with a short duration, like weightlifting or sprinting.Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN, LD, Health, 13 Jan. 2025
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What's Next The duration of the winter storm watches varies from state to state, so please check with the NWS.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
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The Penguins were penalized seven times in the opening period.Rob Rossi, The Athletic, 12 Jan. 2025
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As his time in the White House comes to a close, President Joe Biden has implemented a series of executive orders and rules, trying to cement his policies before Donald Trump returns with the threat of undoing them.Ivan Pereira, ABC News, 11 Jan. 2025
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Incorporate some or all of these habits into your life to help maintain a healthy brain.Kristen Cusato, Hartford Courant, 6 Jan. 2025
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What Happens Next Previous oil spills in the Kerch Strait, such as the 2007 spillage which damaged two tankers and killed 23 sailors, had impacts on biodiversity and marine life for years, according to Natalia Gozak, director of the Ukrainian office of Greenpeace.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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As Sabalenka found out in 2022, razing a service motion built up through a lifetime of repetitions is one of the most vulnerable things a tennis player can do.Matthew Futterman, The Athletic, 12 Jan. 2025
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In addition to two season tickets until 2055, the lucky winner gets a softball game for 30 at PNC Park and a spring training experience of a lifetime that includes batting practice with the team.TJ Macias, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Life span.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/life%20span. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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