life span

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They’re pretty to look at, but they have a limited life span.

From Barron's • Dec. 17, 2025

Technological advances may turn back aging, extending the average life span by at least a decade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 3, 2025

But subsequent analyses show this variant is not necessary or sufficient to extend life span.

From Science Magazine • Nov. 20, 2024

Now one expert has told BBC Scotland News he expects the bridge will comfortably exceed its 120 year life span.

From BBC • Sep. 3, 2024

"The crew may have to fix things here and there, but they're well trained. Remember, Hermes was made to do all five Ares missions. It's only halfway through its designed life span."

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir