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the period during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress
the lifetime of the camera's batteries was so short we couldn't get through a day trip without having to replace them
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Recent Examples of lifetime
Right now, StackSocial is selling the latest version of Microsoft’s lifetime Office apps for an all-time low price—60% less than usual.
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Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 4 Apr. 2026
But first, Cheng is preparing for the most consequential meeting of her political lifetime.
—Janis MacKey Frayer, NBC news, 4 Apr. 2026
About three-quarters of the American population has not witnessed humans leaving low-Earth orbit in their lifetimes.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 Apr. 2026
The league also issued a lifetime ban to San Diego Padres utility infielder Tucupita Marcano – the first active player in a century to receive one due to gambling.
—Michael Delayo, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
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Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 4 Apr. 2026
But first, Cheng is preparing for the most consequential meeting of her political lifetime.
—Janis MacKey Frayer, NBC news, 4 Apr. 2026
About three-quarters of the American population has not witnessed humans leaving low-Earth orbit in their lifetimes.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 3 Apr. 2026
The league also issued a lifetime ban to San Diego Padres utility infielder Tucupita Marcano – the first active player in a century to receive one due to gambling.
—Michael Delayo, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lifetime
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The escalating conflict in the Middle East wasn’t expected to affect March’s employment numbers; however, economists caution that the health of the US labor market and broader economy hinge on the scope and duration of the war.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2026
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Spacecraft interiors, mission protocols and the psychological challenges of long-duration isolation were grounded in actual engineering and psychological research.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2026
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Solid-state breakthrough Solid-state batteries replace liquid or gel electrolytes with solid materials, improving safety, energy density, and lifespan.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Apr. 2026
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Whether your mattress is brand new or nearing the end of its lifespan, investing in a mattress pad is a wise and cost effective way to protect and extend the life of your mattress.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
1 Apr. 2026
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In January 2023, McCarthy again moved to block Swalwell's reappointment to the Intelligence Committee after Republicans reclaimed the House majority, this time succeeding.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Rachel Barber The national average retail price of a gallon of gasoline surpassed $4 for the first time in more than three years, as the Iran war continues to drive oil costs up and raise prices at the pump.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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The technology is sweeping almost every profession while also creeping into people’s personal lives, sometimes with devastating consequences.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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No mean feat, considering the brand’s first 24 hotels are set in remote, leafy locations that feel worlds away from real life.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Lifetime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lifetime. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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