as in duration
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 life span
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The Class of 2028 experienced generational stressors at a unique time in their lifespan development.
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Eric Wood, Forbes, 6 Sep. 2024
The smart screen faucet shows both TDS levels and the filter's lifespan.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Sep. 2024
In its 143-year lifespan, the inn has hosted famous visitors from Audrey Hepburn to the Kennedys and counts Herbert T. Kalmus, the inventor of the Technicolor motion picture process, as its former owner.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2024
Be sure to clean and care for your pillow regularly to help extend its lifespan (here’s our guide on how to wash your pillows properly).
—Ashley Zlatopolsky, Architectural Digest, 15 Aug. 2024
That’s because red and processed meats are linked to a wide variety of chronic health issues like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes that can cut your lifespan short.
—Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 12 Aug. 2024
Scientists are working toward improving its lifespan.
—Kara Fox, CNN, 9 Aug. 2024
Giant pandas have a lifespan of 18-20 years in the wild and up to 30 in captivity, according to Guinness World Records.
—Max Hauptman, USA TODAY, 17 Aug. 2024
Some home cooks have reported longer lifespans while others have had to replace their nonstick pans after just a year.
—Emily Farris, Bon Appétit, 14 Aug. 2024
Eric Wood, Forbes, 6 Sep. 2024
The smart screen faucet shows both TDS levels and the filter's lifespan.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Sep. 2024
In its 143-year lifespan, the inn has hosted famous visitors from Audrey Hepburn to the Kennedys and counts Herbert T. Kalmus, the inventor of the Technicolor motion picture process, as its former owner.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2024
Be sure to clean and care for your pillow regularly to help extend its lifespan (here’s our guide on how to wash your pillows properly).
—Ashley Zlatopolsky, Architectural Digest, 15 Aug. 2024
That’s because red and processed meats are linked to a wide variety of chronic health issues like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes that can cut your lifespan short.
—Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 12 Aug. 2024
Scientists are working toward improving its lifespan.
—Kara Fox, CNN, 9 Aug. 2024
Giant pandas have a lifespan of 18-20 years in the wild and up to 30 in captivity, according to Guinness World Records.
—Max Hauptman, USA TODAY, 17 Aug. 2024
Some home cooks have reported longer lifespans while others have had to replace their nonstick pans after just a year.
—Emily Farris, Bon Appétit, 14 Aug. 2024
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