Thesaurus results for LIFE SPAN

life span

noun

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 The intrigue: Punxsutawney Groundhog Club members insist there has only been one Phil since the tradition began nearly 140 years ago — at least 15 times the typical lifespan of a groundhog raised in captivity. —

Chrissy Suttles, Axios, 2 Feb. 2025 The landscape an integral part of the wellness experience—the Nicoya Peninsula is one of the world’s five Blue Zones where lifespans and health spans exceed the norm. —

Devorah Lev-Tov, AFAR Media, 31 Jan. 2025 Preventing the Gap However, closing the health span/lifespan gap is not just about cutting-edge technologies. —

Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 30 Jan. 2025 Battery lifespan increasedthe most when a battery cell discharges its capacity between 4 and 5 hours of continuous use—a C-rate between C/4 and C/5. —

IEEE Spectrum, 29 Jan. 2025 In a dire scenario—the deepest depths of the abyss—average lifespans in the U.S. could decline, as older people more often fall sick, and more children under 5 die. —

Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 28 Jan. 2025 Following a more heart-healthy diet can lead to other benefits, such as a longer, healthier lifespan. —

Jillian Kubala, Rd, Health, 27 Jan. 2025 Moreover, disposal of plastic turf is problematic because of an average eight-to-10-year lifespan. —

Cindy Russell, The Mercury News, 25 Jan. 2025 These long lifespans not only save costs but also reduce environmental impact by minimizing waste. —

Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for life span

Noun

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