The phrase
"long lifetime" refers to the amount of time that someone or something can live or exist. It means that they have a very long span of time before they come to an end or reach the end of their existence.
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«long»
«lifetime»
Phrases with «long lifetime»
Sentences with «long lifetime»
- Indeed, «goals» and «caps» on carbon emissions are practically worthless, if coal emissions continue, because of the exceedingly long lifetime of carbon dioxide in the air. (climatesciencewatch.org)
- Unfortunately, the carbon dioxide being released today has a much longer lifetime in the atmosphere than you think. (skepticalscience.com)
- Once in a lifetime — once in a very long lifetime — the political stars align. (theguardian.com)
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