longevity

Definition of longevitynext
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 The combination of longevity, outgoing personality and historic performances made Ochoa one of the most recognizable Mexican soccer players of the last two decades. Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026 Rust limits your mower's efficiency and longevity. Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026 Pulling from his expertise on brain health, Dodick has authored 13 books since 1994, published numerous scientific papers and presented on cognitive longevity and dementia prevention at the 2025 Aging Research and Drug Discovery meeting, a yearly longevity medicine conference. Renée Onque, CNBC, 5 June 2026 And his longevity online gives him a rare perspective on how the industry has changed — from the early YouTube days to the rise of TikTok. Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for longevity
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Noun
  • While the Reuters/Ipsos survey found that 89% of Democrats believe Trump has become erratic with age, only 30% of Republicans say the same.
    Zac Anderson, USA Today, 7 June 2026
  • His introduction came at age 10, when RAGBRAI, which is an acronym for the Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa, passed through his hometown of Oelwein (a town with a population of fewer than 6,000), filling yards with tents and strangers.
    Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
Noun
  • Disney’s uniquely eco-conscious Vero Beach Resort sits on a serene stretch of sand that doubles as a loggerhead sea turtle nesting ground.
    Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 9 June 2026
  • This summer's stretch is rather long, with the FIFA World Cup, the MLB All-Star Game, and the nation's 250th anniversary all bringing people to the City of Brotherly Love.
    Chilekasi Adele, CBS News, 9 June 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
  • Proper maintenance extends the lifespan of your system and keeps it working efficiently.
    Kat Tretina, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026

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“Longevity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/longevity. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.

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