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also life span
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 lifespan
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Recent Examples of lifespan
Because of that, these hands suffer from high production costs, poor durability against impacts, short operational lifespans, and there are no existing solutions that engineers can readily draw upon, Wang added.
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John Liu,
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
Beyond your yard's appearance, a worn line can also reduce the efficiency and lifespan of your weed whacker by forcing the tool to work harder.
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Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
29 June 2026
Because of the enormous scale of content that had to be produced nonstop, lest fans revolt against its scarcity, Destiny was only very rarely profitable during its entire lifespan.
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Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Throughout its lifespan, the station has served as a test bed for scientific research in microgravity and has in years past opened itself up to private commercial missions.
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Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
The makers put the LED lifespan at more than 30,000 hours, which is a strong offering at this end of the market.
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New Atlas,
29 June 2026
Unfiltered water, Adams insists, leads to sediment buildup in your water heater, which shortens its lifespan and lessens its heating efficiency.
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Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
28 June 2026
Your time is so valuable, even more so in the late 1700s when your lifespan is not that long.
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Peter White,
Deadline,
26 June 2026
The Blink Outdoor 4 XR Bundle secures your perimeter with extended 400-foot signal routing and a two-year battery lifespan powered by included Energizer lithium cells.
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Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
26 June 2026
John Liu,
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
Beyond your yard's appearance, a worn line can also reduce the efficiency and lifespan of your weed whacker by forcing the tool to work harder.
—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
29 June 2026
Because of the enormous scale of content that had to be produced nonstop, lest fans revolt against its scarcity, Destiny was only very rarely profitable during its entire lifespan.
—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Throughout its lifespan, the station has served as a test bed for scientific research in microgravity and has in years past opened itself up to private commercial missions.
—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
29 June 2026
The makers put the LED lifespan at more than 30,000 hours, which is a strong offering at this end of the market.
—
New Atlas,
29 June 2026
Unfiltered water, Adams insists, leads to sediment buildup in your water heater, which shortens its lifespan and lessens its heating efficiency.
—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
28 June 2026
Your time is so valuable, even more so in the late 1700s when your lifespan is not that long.
—
Peter White,
Deadline,
26 June 2026
The Blink Outdoor 4 XR Bundle secures your perimeter with extended 400-foot signal routing and a two-year battery lifespan powered by included Energizer lithium cells.
—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
26 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lifespan
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The amount of money each customer receives from the settlement is based on the total amount of Amazon Prime membership fees paid throughout the duration of their subscription.
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Ferriero then asked if Cruise stayed in his character, a forest child named Jack of the Green, for the duration of filming the dark fantasy movie.
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There’s a lot about wanting to go back in time and change other things in my life.
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Shirilla's relationships with Russo and Flanagan, the crash that took their lives, and the resulting trial that concluded with Shirilla's conviction are all chronicled in The Crash, which premiered on Netflix on May 15.
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The city has now hosted five World Cup matches, and many fans call it a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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So, the cumulative inference costs for a model can exceed its training costs over its lifetime.
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The best Amazon Prime Day hair tool deals prove that now’s the time to invest in a quality curling iron, blow-dry brush or straightener.
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Prime Day 2026 is here and now’s the time to jump on all the amazing deals happening this week, starting today, Tuesday, June 23 through Friday, June 26.
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“Lifespan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lifespan. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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