lifetime

Example Sentences

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In a family statement, Liam's father Sam said the family "will never fully recover and the consequences will last a lifetime".

From BBC

By redesigning the catalyst structure, they significantly extended the working lifetime of manganese-based catalysts.

From Science Daily

This assertion is contradicted by studies linking lifetime Social Security taxes with lifetime benefits.

From Los Angeles Times

Quarterback Sam Darnold was wrapping up the season of a lifetime for the Minnesota Vikings, finally making good on his potential as a top draft pick, when it suddenly crashed and burned.

From The Wall Street Journal

“If it helps, Auntie,” Steph says, “I don’t want to spend a lifetime away from home.”

From Literature