as in duration
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
In addition to two season tickets until 2055, the lucky winner gets a softball game for 30 at PNC Park and a spring training experience of a lifetime that includes batting practice with the team.
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Tj MacIas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Jan. 2025
Getting or being closer to ownership earns people do-overs — or in some cases, lifetime contracts.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 9 Jan. 2025
With the exception of the lifetime passes, each pass is valid for one year from the date of purchase.
—Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 9 Jan. 2025
The fertility rate—the number of births expected per woman's lifetime—dropped to 1.20 births per woman last year, down from 1.26 in 2022 and far below the 2.1 replacement level considered necessary to sustain a population.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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Tj MacIas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Jan. 2025
Getting or being closer to ownership earns people do-overs — or in some cases, lifetime contracts.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 9 Jan. 2025
With the exception of the lifetime passes, each pass is valid for one year from the date of purchase.
—Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 9 Jan. 2025
The fertility rate—the number of births expected per woman's lifetime—dropped to 1.20 births per woman last year, down from 1.26 in 2022 and far below the 2.1 replacement level considered necessary to sustain a population.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lifetime
Noun
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The severity of these complications depends on the duration and intensity of exposure.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
23 Jan. 2025
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Usually, time limits apply for durations less than six months.—
Ascend Agency,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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The social media influencer, known for high-profile relationships with actors Michael B. Jordan, Damson Idris and rapper Future, is the subject of an exclusive interview and photo shoot for the iconic men’s magazine, returning to newsstands on Feb. 10 for the first time in nearly five years.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
24 Jan. 2025
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At first glance, the fairytale village of Saanen appears frozen in time, yet its dynamic appeal lies in its subtlety.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2025
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How could such an insightful, searching and consummately truthful writer seemingly spend her daily life lying to herself?—
Glen Weldon,
NPR,
18 Jan. 2025
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During an appearance on the On Purpose with Jay Shetty podcast in May 2023, Kim described herself as a hopeless romantic, and detailed wanting to share her life with someone special.—
Dayna Haffenden,
People.com,
18 Jan. 2025
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“Lifetime.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lifetime. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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