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

Various studies suggest that fenugreek may help lower blood sugar levels, but the doses and durations vary. — Merve Ceylan, HEALTH, 28 Oct. 2026

China has launched four spaceplane missions since 2020, with durations of up to nine months. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 27 Oct. 2026

Its sleep durations were accurate, its stage charts closely tracked Apple's, and its overall assessments of my nights always felt fair. — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 26 Oct. 2026

Innovations such as electric propulsion systems that allow for greater maneuverability and extended mission durations are part of the solution, as is in-orbit servicing, maintenance and refuelling. — David Zamora, Space.com, 23 Oct. 2026

Collins and his colleagues also tested different durations of contact between healthy and bleached corals. — ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026

More Research Is Needed Though the findings are encouraging, the researchers say more studies are needed to determine which activities, intensities, and durations offer the greatest benefits during this life stage. — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 13 Oct. 2026

Two weeks after its record-breaking IPO in mid-June, the space exploration company raised $25 billion in bonds at different durations. — Seema Mody, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026

The commission’s investigation found that outages were more frequent and lasted for longer durations in 2024 and 2025 than from 2015 to 2023. — Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 26 Sep. 2026