longevity

as in age
the time period during which something exists or lasts Certain species of tortoise are known for their extreme longevity.

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Recent Examples of longevity Factored into the ranking calculations are a class’s impact on team success, class longevity and more. Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2025 There's no one-size-fits-all approach to running nor longevity at large. David Oliver, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025 While Covid helped mainstream the idea, longevity’s roots stretch further back. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025 Those common-sense lifestyle factors include several of the markers that Equinox's longevity program is targeting, like regular exercise, a healthy diet, stress reduction and adequate sleep. Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for longevity
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Noun
  • The age of your oldest account, newest account, and the average age of all your accounts will play into your score.
    Rachel Barber, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
  • In an age where companies fight for attention, those delivering relevant, intuitive experiences rise above the noise: Streaming services use real-time viewing data to recommend shows, boosting retention.
    Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
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  • From Lowcountry retreats in South Carolina to North Carolina’s serene Atlantic stretches to Florida’s world-famous blue-green waters, the options are endless.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2025
  • Williams, in particular, has had great stretches, lining up mostly in the slot.
    Doug Haller, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025

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“Longevity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/longevity. Accessed 2 May. 2025.

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