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longevity

noun

Definition of longevity

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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 contract also stipulates longevity bonuses for staff with at least ten years of service, up to twelve weeks of paid parental leave, stronger health and safety protections, and more bereavement leave. — News Desk, Artforum, 5 Oct. 2026 The reason why is a mystery—scientists are still working to untangle whether a healthy gut drives longevity or is a by-product of it. — Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 5 Oct. 2026 If longevity is a priority, contactless switches may still be worth considering, but be sure to compare their ratings with those of standard switches. — ArsTechnica, 5 Oct. 2026 Throughout her career, the fan trust, touring equity and longevity were unquestionable. — Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for longevity

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Of all the factors that can increase a person’s risk of breast cancer, age is among the most significant.

— Allessandra DiCorato, STAT, 8 Oct. 2026
The island’s permanent Art House invites guests—of all ages—to get creative on canvas or pottery with the guidance of its resident artist.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026

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Past the lobby lie the consortium’s constellation of swimming pools (four total, including one Nobu-exclusive, adults-only dip) and, across the bustling boardwalk, a stretch of beach with loungers reserved just for guests.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
Arrive at the consultation with your medication details, an honest account of recent sun exposure, and the dates of your next cruise, wedding, or outdoor work stretch.

— Malana VanTyler, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026

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Medical advances and popes’ longer lifespans, however, have highlighted this gap in church law and prompted calls for the Vatican to prepare for a pope becoming too ill or incapacitated to govern.

— ABC News, ABC News, 12 Oct. 2026
The potential lifespan improvement generally increased with battery voltage, making the approach particularly promising for vehicles with many cells connected in series.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026

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