Synonyms of durations

durations

noun

plural of duration

1

as in times

the period during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress

for the whole duration of the speech the bored audience fidgeted

Synonyms & Similar Words

• times
• lifetimes
• dates
• terms
• spans
• continuances
• lives
• runs
• life spans
• ages
• stretches
• tenures
• standings
• spells
• longevities
• tours
• half-lifes
• hitches
• turns

2

as in continuations

uninterrupted or lasting existence

scientists warning that the very duration of our civilization depends upon finding a solution to this major environmental problem

Synonyms & Similar Words

• continuations
• continuities
• continuances
• survivals
• persistences
• endurances
• durabilities
• subsistences
• prolongations
• elongations
• extensions
• permanences
• abidances

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ends
• endings
• stoppages
• expirations
• finishes
• terminations
• discontinuities
• cessations
• discontinuances
• closes
• curtailments
• cutbacks
• shortenings
• abridgments
• surceases

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of durations

People could experience long durations of high temperatures with little to no overnight relief from the swelter. — Sofia Saric, Miami Herald, 16 Aug. 2026

This approach isn’t all that different from last year for the fourth-year quarterback; Young played for varying durations in two of the Panthers’ three preseason contests in 2025. — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 9 Aug. 2026

Space-grade storage must withstand radiation, operate within strict power limitations and maintain data integrity over long mission durations. — Ben Topor, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Throughout the study, all participants wore wrist monitors that tracked their physical activity and sleep durations. — Brian Mastroianni, Health, 20 July 2026

Starhopper's success paved the way for higher jumps for longer durations as SpaceX honed Starship's early design, and the same is planned for RV-X. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 18 July 2026

The latest screen time policies limit the number of minutes students spend each day on their devices, with durations ranging from 60 minutes for the youngest learners to no more than half of all instructional time for high schoolers. — Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 17 July 2026

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Thursday finalized a rule that will limit the durations of visas for students, exchange visitors, and journalists. — Connor Greene, Time, 16 July 2026

The modular design also supports flexible storage durations of 1, 2, 4, 6 and 8 hours. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026