as in duration
the period during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress
I saw no need to pay more for a better-built computer that would just grow obsolete before the end of its life span
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Recent Examples of life span
This non-mechanical method also eliminates wear and ensures an ultra-fast response with a switch lifespan that could run to tens of millions of keystrokes.
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Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
Follow these step-by-step instructions to extend the lifespan of your linen dresses.
—Lauren Alexis Fisher, Footwear News, 12 June 2025
Equipment lifespan is typically around five years, according to Consumer Reports.
—Kara McGinley, USA Today, 11 June 2025
But remembering to leave your washing machine door ajar can have a significant impact on the lifespan of your appliance, preventing mold and mildew, and reducing funky odors.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 June 2025
Sea turtles’ natural lifespan is estimated to be 50-100 years.
—Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 6 June 2025
There are times when a silent divorce means a relationship is at the end of its lifespan.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 5 June 2025
Many of the military's most important spacecraft are limited by fuel, and the Space Force is investigating orbital refueling and novel propulsion methods to extend the lifespan of satellites.
—Stephen Clark – Jun 3, ArsTechnica, 3 June 2025
Flower food helps keep bacteria out of the water and extend the lifespan of your cut blooms.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 1 June 2025
Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
Follow these step-by-step instructions to extend the lifespan of your linen dresses.
—Lauren Alexis Fisher, Footwear News, 12 June 2025
Equipment lifespan is typically around five years, according to Consumer Reports.
—Kara McGinley, USA Today, 11 June 2025
But remembering to leave your washing machine door ajar can have a significant impact on the lifespan of your appliance, preventing mold and mildew, and reducing funky odors.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 June 2025
Sea turtles’ natural lifespan is estimated to be 50-100 years.
—Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 6 June 2025
There are times when a silent divorce means a relationship is at the end of its lifespan.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 5 June 2025
Many of the military's most important spacecraft are limited by fuel, and the Space Force is investigating orbital refueling and novel propulsion methods to extend the lifespan of satellites.
—Stephen Clark – Jun 3, ArsTechnica, 3 June 2025
Flower food helps keep bacteria out of the water and extend the lifespan of your cut blooms.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 1 June 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for life span
Noun
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The way blind people see the world depends on the type, severity, and duration of their vision loss.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
6 June 2025
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For example, my company continuously calculates take-home pay, taxes, health care premiums, retirement contributions, and other withholdings for our customers and their employees, regardless of the duration between pay cycles.—
Matt Robison,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
Noun
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The time for open debate and implementable conclusions is now is now.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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During the convo, the gang got to talking about some of Johnson's more notable costars from her time on the ABC sitcom, including the Oscar-winning actor with predictable dating habits, Leonardo DiCaprio.—
Jordan Hoffman,
EW.com,
4 June 2025
Noun
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The feature-length documentary, releasing June 10, is the first in a weekly series that digs into big event meltdowns that made headlines, created corporate scandals, and often cost lives.—
Rory Doherty,
Time,
10 June 2025
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Mitch is a successful banker who hates his job and the life it’s bought him, with a wife who does not understand him.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2025
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Age Body fat level and distribution naturally change throughout a lifetime, and BMI doesn't consider this.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
4 June 2025
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The track has only lived on the tally for nine weeks — the entirety of the ranking’s lifetime — as Billboard only introduced it alongside several other Latin lists earlier in 2025.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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“Life span.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/life%20span. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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