period of existence

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Neanderthals enjoyed a long period of existence between about 400,000 and 70,000 years ago, spreading from Africa to the Middle East and Europe.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2020

True, but the residence of that soul while it is in this period of existence, demands much of its attention.

From Seed Thoughts for Singers by Tubbs, Frank Herbert

The batrachians are low down in the scale of nature, but they have a determinate period of existence, as do all other forms of life.

From Life: Its True Genesis by Wright, R. W.

Their period of existence in this state varies from a few weeks to several months, and even, in some cases, to years.

From Butterflies and Moths (British) by Furneaux, William S.

As for me, I confess by far the greater portion of my sorrows seemed to come in that budding period of existence when life is ever fairest and most captivating.

From Charles O'Malley, The Irish Dragoon, Volume 1 by Lever, Charles James