variants
also life span
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 lifespan
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Recent Examples of lifespan
With a continuous power supply in orbit, this technology could extend the lifespan and range of exploration missions, like future lunar bases and global space internet networks.
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 4 Mar. 2026
This project will perform ground stabilization and replace critical bridge components, extending the lifespan of the bridge and ensuring long-term structural integrity.
—Brian Sherrod, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
The lifespan of the courts is approximately 25 years, with costs reaching north of $2 million and a single panel taking less than 10 minutes to replace.
—Pj Green
march 3, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2026
But dogs’ lifespans are only a fraction of the average human lifespan.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2026
Lots of studies point to a longer lifespan for people who exercise regularly.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 2 Mar. 2026
Top loaders are superstars at deep cleaning and tend to have a longer lifespan.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
This will shorten the lifespan of your sprinkler system components and unnecessarily increase the need for maintenance over time without any real benefit to the lawn.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026
Not, presumably, anyone with a normal human lifespan.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 4 Mar. 2026
This project will perform ground stabilization and replace critical bridge components, extending the lifespan of the bridge and ensuring long-term structural integrity.
—Brian Sherrod, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
The lifespan of the courts is approximately 25 years, with costs reaching north of $2 million and a single panel taking less than 10 minutes to replace.
—Pj Green
march 3, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2026
But dogs’ lifespans are only a fraction of the average human lifespan.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2026
Lots of studies point to a longer lifespan for people who exercise regularly.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 2 Mar. 2026
Top loaders are superstars at deep cleaning and tend to have a longer lifespan.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
This will shorten the lifespan of your sprinkler system components and unnecessarily increase the need for maintenance over time without any real benefit to the lawn.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026
Not, presumably, anyone with a normal human lifespan.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lifespan
Noun
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In addition, Lyon highlighted a direct correlation between the intensity and duration of training.—
Sandra Rose Salathe,
Flow Space,
6 Mar. 2026
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For carriers and other oil-intensive industries, much depends on the duration of conflict, according to Fitch Ratings.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The neighborhood/area While cultural and culinary excursions to nearby towns are offered through the hotel, Río Perdido’s main appeal is its ability to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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With their songs, colors, and variety, birds enrich our lives … and recent studies show that their immediate presence actually increases our well-being and happiness and can even prolong our lives!—
Seth Borenstein,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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The late Ozzy Osbourne was honored with a posthumous lifetime achievement award and a tribute performance led by Robbie Williams.—
Paul Grein,
Billboard,
28 Feb. 2026
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For an artist who has spent a lifetime collapsing the distance between art and life, this director’s cut is both summation and fresh invocation.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Feb. 2026
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Crude closed above $70 a barrel on Monday for the first time since late July.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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The tone and content of the materials described and submitted to the Interior Department by park managers vary widely, reflecting a mix of careful attempts to obey administration orders, confusion about what might violate them and, at times, apparent skepticism about the entire endeavor.—
Karin Brulliard,
Arkansas Online,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Lifespan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lifespan. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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