as in ages
the time period during which something exists or lasts
Certain species of tortoise are known for their extreme longevity.
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Family The hotel accepts only children who are over 12—although Villa One accepts all ages and Villa Two over-eights.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026 -
This storied project has taken ages because it's been funded solely by private donations, and has seen numerous architects take the lead in building it over several decades.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Longevities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/longevities. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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