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 There are 20 treatment rooms and offerings include everything from a hammam to a Himalayan salt room to a state-of-the-art longevity center. Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025 Subaru aims to attract a younger demographic, and the Forester’s appeal extends to those who prioritize going just about anywhere, and appreciate its practicality, economy and longevity. Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 14 Sep. 2025 Consistent eating patterns may help maintain healthy body rhythms that support aging and longevity, the experts said. Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 13 Sep. 2025 Another key indicator of Pop Mart’s longevity is a growing roster of popular artist IPs beyond Labubu. Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for longevity
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Noun
  • Gen Z is navigating a partisan divide between men and women larger than any other age range.
    Rachel Hale, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Some of my friends were pressured to send inappropriate pictures, contacted by strangers, and exposed to content way beyond our age.
    Annabelle Canela, Parents, 12 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • That is tied with Dwight Gooden for the second-longest stretch in the major leagues since 1974 behind only Dennis Eckersley’s 71 straight batters.
    Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2025
  • The Long Walk comes down to the two of them, and their final stretch is met by a crowd of fans and cameras broadcasting the climax all over the country.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
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  • Regularly paying attention to this part helps your dishwasher clean more effectively, extends its lifespan, and keeps your kitchen smelling fresh.
    Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
  • The plan is to investigate issues across a woman’s lifespan, focusing on areas such as cardiovascular disease, autoimmune conditions, and mental health, including depression and PTSD.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 11 Sep. 2025

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“Longevity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/longevity. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.

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