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 on the Web Had USAs been available to the founders of those now enormous companies, several of which now have market capitalizations in the trillions of dollars, the bulk of their lifetime gains would be entirely exempt from federal income tax. Alicia Adamczyk, Fortune, 6 Sep. 2024 Prouty received a lifetime achievement award from the Michigan Music Hall of Fame in 2023, and serves as the director of orchestra and choirs at the University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy. Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 6 Sep. 2024 The right book has the power to change your career trajectory and leave you with lessons that last a lifetime. Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 5 Sep. 2024 This long-lasting backpack comes with a lifetime warranty and is made with durable fabric, zippers and straps in colors and designs that reflect your style. Nora Colomer, Fox News, 21 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lifetime 

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“Lifetime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lifetime. Accessed 16 Sep. 2024.

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