longevity

noun

lon·gev·i·ty | \län-ˈje-və-tē,

lȯn-\

Definition of longevity

1a : a long duration of individual life The members of that family are noted for their longevity.

b : length of life a study of longevity

2 : long continuance : permanence, durability longevity in office is also an asset— Spencer Parratt

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As living conditions improve and the science of medicine advances, the longevity of the average American has increased greatly, from about 45 years in 1900 to over 75 years today. But the most impressive human longevity is nothing compared to the 400-year lifespan of an ocean clam found near Iceland, or the 5,000-year lifespan of the bristlecone pine, a tree found in the western U.S. We may use longevity to talk not only about actual lives but also of the useful "life" of things: the life of your car's tires or the shingles on your roof, for example.

Examples of longevity in a Sentence

His longevity was remarkable considering he had been so sick when he was a child. Better medical treatment has led to greater longevity. a study of human longevity The longevity of a car's tires depends on how the car is driven. They're trying to increase the product's longevity.

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His longevity record was broken only last season (by Kenan Thompson). — Christopher Arnott, courant.com, "Comedy Round-Up: SNL Veterans, Michael Blackson, Sea Tea Wrestling Match," 14 July 2018 View Sample Sign Up Now The researchers found longevity benefits associated with nearly every level and type of coffee consumption. — Jamie Ducharme, Time, "Drinking Coffee May Help You Live Longer, Study Says," 2 July 2018 But what that maximum is—the current longevity record is 122—remains to be seen, De Beer cautions. — Mitch Leslie, Science | AAAS, "Once you hit this age, aging appears to stop," 28 June 2018 Martinez also somewhat made up for his late start with longevity, earning his final All-Star nod with an .895 OPS and 98 RBI in his next-to-last season at 40. — Jorge L. Ortiz, USA TODAY, "Hall of Fame countdown: Does DH role hurt Edgar Martinez's candidacy?," 13 Jan. 2018 The Niles Township Federation of Teachers and Support Staff — the union — and school district negotiate the pay schedule as part of collective bargaining, and is based on educational experience and longevity in the district, officials said. — Mike Isaacs, chicagotribune.com, "School District 219 officials defend hiring rule that critics say hampers teacher diversity," 26 June 2018 For the paternal figure in your life who is especially interested in well being and longevity, here are some ideas to help him stay active and healthy -- plus a tip for the wellness journey of a lifetime. — Kavita Daswani, latimes.com, "Father's Day gift ideas for the fitness-minded dad," 8 June 2018 Pink’s success and longevity are a testament to her ability to produce impeccably crafted music that appeals to a broad mainstream audience. — George Varga, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Pink, 17 years into her solo career, bringing her 'Beautiful Trauma' and soaring show to San Diego," 22 May 2018 But with the hopeful rebuild must come consistency, commitment and longevity; three words that have been dissociated with the Wearsiders since the days of Peter Reid. — SI.com, "FanView: What Sunderland Must Address to Emulate the Rokermen of 1988 Following Relegation," 23 Apr. 2018

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