duration
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The Lions of Teranga were based in the northern port city of Tangiers for the duration of the tournament before arriving in Rabat by train on Friday.
From Barron's
Using a playbook familiar to their front office, the Dodgers waited until the market for slugging outfielder Kyle Tucker dwindled before making him a huge offer short on duration but generous in dollars.
From Los Angeles Times
Yet stocks can recover from such shocks, especially if they are short in duration.
From Barron's
Designed to bridge gaps in coverage, the plans are typically offered in durations from one to six or even 12 months.
From Barron's
Despite testimonials that Xofluza works in 24 hours, studies have shown that both antivirals shorten the duration of the flu by about a day.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.