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as in survives
to continue to operate or to meet one's needs
we were lucky that the batteries lasted until we could get to the store to buy more
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as in remains
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
this heavy drought has lasted all summer
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Recent Examples of lasts
Unpopped popcorn lasts up to two years in the pantry, but microwave popcorn has a shorter shelf life due to the oils.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
The set is user-friendly and lasts up to two weeks with proper application.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Current Medicare Advantage enrollees now have the option to potentially save money by switching plans during an open enrollment period that lasts through March 31.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026
The company claims its charge lasts one week and can be recharged in an hour using a USB cord.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Their sprawling tour lasts more than three months—beginning on February 6 and lasting through May 20—and brings a handful of stellar artists on the road as openers, including Mannequin Pussy, Rachel Chinouriri, CMAT, and Sofia Isella.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 8 Jan. 2026
Remember, the car loan interest deduction only lasts through tax year 2028, which may not necessarily be through the life of your particular car loan.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
Most often, the flu lasts seven to 10 days, Cervantes said.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2026
The journey from Bönigen to Interlaken by water lasts around 90 minutes.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
The set is user-friendly and lasts up to two weeks with proper application.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Current Medicare Advantage enrollees now have the option to potentially save money by switching plans during an open enrollment period that lasts through March 31.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026
The company claims its charge lasts one week and can be recharged in an hour using a USB cord.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Their sprawling tour lasts more than three months—beginning on February 6 and lasting through May 20—and brings a handful of stellar artists on the road as openers, including Mannequin Pussy, Rachel Chinouriri, CMAT, and Sofia Isella.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 8 Jan. 2026
Remember, the car loan interest deduction only lasts through tax year 2028, which may not necessarily be through the life of your particular car loan.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
Most often, the flu lasts seven to 10 days, Cervantes said.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2026
The journey from Bönigen to Interlaken by water lasts around 90 minutes.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lasts
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The Creature, who longs for death, attempts to blow itself up with that dynamite, but survives the blast.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Jan. 2026
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Government agencies and businesses that invest in this training, and that insist every critical number survives a deterministic check, will capture AI's benefits without stumbling into its blind spots.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Jan. 2026
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The Henderson County Sheriff's Office remains committed to seeking justice for victims and their families—no matter how much time has passed.—
Nathalie Marie Palacios,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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One year after two major wildfires tore through opposite sides of Los Angeles County, recovery for thousands of families remains far from complete.—
Sarah Alegre,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Chilly, gloomy weather prevails as the weekend comes to a close across Maryland.—
Cutter Martin,
CBS News,
28 Dec. 2025
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The two entities plan to sign once the DNR case is settled, provided Enbridge prevails.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
16 Dec. 2025
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What has long been a tool for brands to innovate and surprise shoppers with unexpected partnerships continues to fall flat more often in a progressively crowded space.—
Andrea Bossi,
Vogue,
14 Jan. 2026
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The video arrives as Yungblud continues his Australian tour, with upcoming performances scheduled at Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl, followed by shows in Brisbane and Perth.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
13 Jan. 2026
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While women have worked toward equality in many realms, significant gender inequality persists in income, parenting, and household labor.—
Oona Metz,
Time,
13 Jan. 2026
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This school year, Teach For America welcomed 2,300 new corps members as the teacher shortage persists and Gen Z embraces the profession.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
12 Jan. 2026
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Its locking lid snaps onto a silicone ring, giving it an airtight seal so my butter stays fresh (and doesn’t absorb outside odors).—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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Each person captured stays about 47 days before they are deported, costing $7,065 per person.—
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Lasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lasts. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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