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 Beyond preventing frayed edges, the dobby border contributes to the overall longevity of your towels. Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 8 May 2026 That kind of integrity is what creates longevity. Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 8 May 2026 Development process Superior development and production processes ensure the longevity and quality of expensive colognes. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 8 May 2026 Opponents question the longevity of jobs and often oppose tax breaks meant to lure data centers into a community. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for longevity
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Noun
  • Language development, emotional regulation, problem-solving, and relationship-building all begin before age three.
    Tina Dello Russo, Boston Herald, 10 May 2026
  • Freeman remembered Cox, who died Saturday at age 84, as more of an impactful leader who exuded loyalty than as a baseball strategist.
    Doug Padilla, Oc Register, 10 May 2026
Noun
  • The Knicks had controlled stretches of this series before.
    C.J. Holmes, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
  • The backstory The hotel first opened in 1961 as a 74-room inn catering largely to golfers and travelers drawn to the dramatic bluffs overlooking this once-wild stretch of southern California coastline.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Reduced soot buildup could help reusable launch providers lower maintenance demands and improve engine lifespan between launches.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 May 2026
  • Throughout its lifespan, the station has served as a test bed for scientific research in microgravity and has in years past opened itself up to private commercial missions.
    Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 6 May 2026

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“Longevity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/longevity. Accessed 11 May. 2026.

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