lasts

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Taking an international trip that lasts just 24 to 72 hours may sound intense, but for young people with busy schedules, it’s a travel strategy that works.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

For very small particles, the entire event lasts only a split second before the material completely burns up.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

The longer the Hormuz blockage lasts, the greater the hit to growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Expect crude prices to carry on rising if the stalemate lasts much longer.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

“I’m going to eat mine whole,” decided Neeley, “and slow, so that it lasts a long time.”

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith