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as in time
the period during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress
for the whole duration of the speech the bored audience fidgeted
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as in continuation
uninterrupted or lasting existence
scientists warning that the very duration of our civilization depends upon finding a solution to this major environmental problem
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Recent Examples of duration
Rapid Regeneration: Chapter Banner duration reduction is changed from 5 seconds to 10 seconds.
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Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Adaptability: Bonus damage increased from 15% to 25% Effect duration increased from 5 to 10 seconds
Tactical Ambush:
Bonus damage increased from 100% to 150%.
—Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Sun rash symptoms typically appear within a couple of hours to a few days after sun exposure, depending on factors like skin sensitivity and the duration/intensity of UV exposure.
—Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 4 Feb. 2025
The urine releases lasted about 11 seconds on average, with one second being the shortest duration and 41 seconds being the longest.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 3 Feb. 2025
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Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Adaptability: Bonus damage increased from 15% to 25% Effect duration increased from 5 to 10 seconds
Tactical Ambush:
Bonus damage increased from 100% to 150%.
—Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Sun rash symptoms typically appear within a couple of hours to a few days after sun exposure, depending on factors like skin sensitivity and the duration/intensity of UV exposure.
—Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 4 Feb. 2025
The urine releases lasted about 11 seconds on average, with one second being the shortest duration and 41 seconds being the longest.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 3 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for duration
Noun
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Not being able to swatch lipstick on your skin can make the process difficult, but Della says to know ahead of time your most flattering shade and undertone.—
Claire Sullivan,
WWD,
28 Feb. 2025
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The metal is Omega’s own alloy and offers corrosion resistance without verdigris-oxidation, allowing a slow aging process that results in a natural and beautiful patina over a longer period of time.—
Cait Bazemore,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2025
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This included a confounding and-one call by the referees, in which White was granted continuation on a layup while being fouled despite fully losing — then regaining — possession of the ball.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2025
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Several of the wrestlers just won their first state title with the football team in the fall, and this was a continuation.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
22 Feb. 2025
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This extended lifetime could have important implications for planet formation, at least around low-mass stars.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
17 Feb. 2025
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His particular concern was that the presidency not be viewed as a lifetime appointment.—
Michael Peregrine,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2025
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The responsibility of the upcoming new executive hire will be to ensure the continuity required to challenge consistently.—
James McNicholas,
The Athletic,
19 Feb. 2025
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Economic downturns, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical shifts threaten business continuity.—
Jason Phillips,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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The story ends in the village of Hammondsport, where Drew was killed, with a kind of incantation of the cycle of life on Keuka Lake.—
Willing Davidson,
The New Yorker,
23 Feb. 2025
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The most forward-thinking organizations will ensure that working for them helps employees achieve not just professional goals, but their personal purpose in life.—
Nirit Cohen,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Thus, what the crowd witnessed onstage at The Ryman was nothing short of the continuance of a song and style with history that will outlive its players.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
USA TODAY,
16 Jan. 2025
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Among the key discussion points will be the continuance of the fiscal guardrails, enacted as part of the historic, bipartisan budget of 2017 that was crafted when the state Senate was tied at 18-18 and Republicans had more power to influence legislation.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
5 Jan. 2025
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Research by Michael Scheier and Charles Carver found that optimism fuels persistence because optimistic individuals envision reaching their goals, even during setbacks.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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Not only about the persistence of violence against women but about the confusions present across our societies.—
Katie Ebner-Landy,
The New Yorker,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Duration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duration. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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