as in duration
the period during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress
the lifetime of the camera's batteries was so short we couldn't get through a day trip without having to replace them
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Recent Examples of lifetime
The 40-year-old earned $630,000 per week as a player for Manchester United in 2021, inked a $1 billion lifetime deal with Nike, and is the face of brands like Tag Heuer; Whoop; and CR7, his own line of clothing, accessories, hotels, and gyms.
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Michelle Duncan, Architectural Digest, 19 June 2026
As if Toy Story 5 is saying that, sure, Jessie was abandoned, leading to a lifetime of trust issues, but Emily really did care about her, and therefore Jessie’s heartbreak ever since has been misguided.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 19 June 2026
At a senior living community in Austin, Texas, dozens of former classmates are proving that friendships built in childhood can last a lifetime.
—ABC News, 19 June 2026
His ticket prices were steep — $2,300 each, but Ulas sees the game as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
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Michelle Duncan, Architectural Digest, 19 June 2026
As if Toy Story 5 is saying that, sure, Jessie was abandoned, leading to a lifetime of trust issues, but Emily really did care about her, and therefore Jessie’s heartbreak ever since has been misguided.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 19 June 2026
At a senior living community in Austin, Texas, dozens of former classmates are proving that friendships built in childhood can last a lifetime.
—ABC News, 19 June 2026
His ticket prices were steep — $2,300 each, but Ulas sees the game as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lifetime
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Rachel Huxley, the head of mitigation in the climate and health team at the charitable foundation Wellcome, said climate change is increasing the intensity, frequency, and duration of heatwaves, in an interview.—
Jamie Hailstone,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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And while research shows that exercise supports healthy sleep by regulating body temperature, mood, metabolism and circadian rhythm, Weiner cautions that exercising too close to bedtime can interfere with sleep by delaying sleep onset, shortening sleep duration and lowering overall sleep quality.—
Sharon Brandwein,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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Each tub includes many helpful accessories to maintain it throughout its lifespan.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
16 June 2026
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And the influence that both romantic and platonic relationships have over a person’s lifespan raises concerns about the current declines in social health.—
Jessica DuLong,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
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The best Amazon Prime Day hair tool deals prove that now’s the time to invest in a quality curling iron, blow-dry brush or straightener.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
23 June 2026
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Prime Day 2026 is here and now’s the time to jump on all the amazing deals happening this week, starting today, Tuesday, June 23 through Friday, June 26.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
23 June 2026
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There’s a lot about wanting to go back in time and change other things in my life.—
Rachel DeSantis,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
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Shirilla's relationships with Russo and Flanagan, the crash that took their lives, and the resulting trial that concluded with Shirilla's conviction are all chronicled in The Crash, which premiered on Netflix on May 15.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 June 2026
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“Lifetime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lifetime. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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