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 Careers are becoming non-linear, embracing solopreneurship and longevity, requiring professionals to reinvent themselves multiple times. William Arruda, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 The following year, a journalist named Dan Buettner published a hugely popular National Geographic cover story that introduced more longevity hot spots, including the Japanese prefecture of Okinawa, and Loma Linda, California. Dhruv Khullar, New Yorker, 29 June 2026 Tips to Make Your Trimmer Line Last Longer Keeping your line in good shape not only benefits your landscape but also extends the longevity of your weed whacker. Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 29 June 2026 Brands are investing in versatile wardrobes designed for longevity, with fluid, weightless yet refined silhouettes. Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for longevity
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Noun
  • In fact, research shows that when given the choice, on-site work remains the least popular option across every age range according to Gallup.
    Colleen Batchelder, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Perfect for children ages 3-5, the event starts by reading Planting a Rainbow by Lois Ehlert.
    Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 1 July 2026
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  • Pittsburgh-area electric customers are seeing higher bills just as the region heads into a stretch of hotter summer weather, with city and suburban households both feeling the pinch.
    Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 30 June 2026
  • If stress builds, schedule a short stretch break and set softer deadlines where possible, because kindness to your body supports reliable output.
    Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2026
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  • Because of that, these hands suffer from high production costs, poor durability against impacts, short operational lifespans, and there are no existing solutions that engineers can readily draw upon, Wang added.
    John Liu, CNN Money, 30 June 2026
  • Beyond your yard's appearance, a worn line can also reduce the efficiency and lifespan of your weed whacker by forcing the tool to work harder.
    Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 29 June 2026

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“Longevity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/longevity. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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