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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
Chase Sapphire Reserve® Learn More On Chase’s site Chase effectively limits you to earning a bonus from the Sapphire Reserve once per lifetime.
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Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 30 May 2026
The money can help cover medical costs, mental health treatment, lost wages, funeral expenses and more — up to $70,000 in lifetime benefits.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Both her parents were lifetime members of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).
—Ayren Jackson-Cannady, SELF, 29 May 2026
Yet these talents weren’t well recognized even in her lifetime, Hirsch notes.
—Lisa Wong MacAbasco, Vogue, 29 May 2026
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Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 30 May 2026
The money can help cover medical costs, mental health treatment, lost wages, funeral expenses and more — up to $70,000 in lifetime benefits.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Both her parents were lifetime members of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).
—Ayren Jackson-Cannady, SELF, 29 May 2026
Yet these talents weren’t well recognized even in her lifetime, Hirsch notes.
—Lisa Wong MacAbasco, Vogue, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lifetime
Noun
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Consistent with remarks from her fellow central bankers, Bowman noted that the policy reaction depends on the duration of the conflict with Iran.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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Every foot off target is a point added to the score, and every second outside the duration target is multiplied by four and added to the score.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Cove Kaz's investment is predicated on a belief that Kazakhstan's tungsten reserves will have a lifespan that outlasts many political cycles.—
Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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Proper maintenance extends the lifespan of your system and keeps it working efficiently.—
Kat Tretina,
Charlotte Observer,
3 June 2026
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Before or after a treatment, spend some time in the relaxation room for more excellent views of New York City and healthy snacks, as well as the hydrotherapy room with its vitality pool and amethyst steam room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The raid sparked a series of public protests and catalyzed the gay rights movement at a time when many LGBTQ+ people kept their identities to themselves.—
Geoff Mulvihill,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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Today, there are nearly 100 million people descended from those immigrants, and a visit really brings their story to life.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Still, there are pleasures to be had in the slow build and, as Con and Doane have found, in the comfort of lives lived in just the particular way these men have decided to live them.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
3 June 2026
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“Lifetime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lifetime. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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