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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ages
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Their two children, ages 4 and 1, were found physically unharmed in the residence when police conducted the welfare check.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026 -
Their two young children, ages 1 and 4, were also at the home at the time of the slayings, but were not physically harmed.—
Muri Assuncao,
Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Longevities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/longevities. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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