shelf life
noun
: the period of time during which a material may be stored and remain suitable for use
broadly
: the period of time during which something lasts or remains popular
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Since then, arguably, a different kind of television has emerged and taken root, giving creative talent more latitude to decide the shelf life of their stories.
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Brian Lowry, CNN, 1 July 2024
These convenient, pre-cut vegetables have a longer shelf life and, typically, a lower price point than fresh versions.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 21 June 2024
Cherries have a fleeting shelf life so benefit from close attention when choosing and storing them.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 June 2024
Instead of encoding for the entire spike protein, the combination vaccine includes two key parts of it in a way that streamlines the shot to require a lower dose—which is useful for a combination vaccine, and also potentially extends its shelf life.
—Alice Park, TIME, 10 June 2024
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Brian Lowry, CNN, 1 July 2024
These convenient, pre-cut vegetables have a longer shelf life and, typically, a lower price point than fresh versions.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 21 June 2024
Cherries have a fleeting shelf life so benefit from close attention when choosing and storing them.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 June 2024
Instead of encoding for the entire spike protein, the combination vaccine includes two key parts of it in a way that streamlines the shot to require a lower dose—which is useful for a combination vaccine, and also potentially extends its shelf life.
—Alice Park, TIME, 10 June 2024
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shelf life
noun
: the period of time during which a material (as a food or drug) may be stored and remain suitable for use
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