variants
also life span
as in lifetime
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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Noun
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What are the Kennedy Center Honors? Since 1978, the Kennedy Center Honors have been presented annually to those in the performing arts for their lifetime of contributions to American culture.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
16 Aug. 2025 -
One out of two men will get diagnosed in their lifetime, one out of three women.—
Alex Apatoff,
People.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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This idea of changing your focus on a situation isn’t new to leadership, but it’s rarely practiced with the depth the movie (and real life) demands.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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In 2016, Ciara tied the knot with now husband Russell Wilson, who was thrilled to welcome the little boy into his life.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The film, Variety reported, will be playing in about 300 theaters nationwide and a wider expansion — at least for the time being — seems to be out of the cards.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Vogue: When was the last time each of you saw Black Swan?—
Keaton Bell,
Vogue,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Lifespan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lifespan. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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