shelf life

NOUN

useful life of product

Synonyms

WEAK

mean life service life serviceable life

Example Sentences

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But in tech, even memorable marketing slogans have a shelf life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The traditional variety Balangar has a very short shelf life, sometimes as little as a three or four days, which limits the farmer's selling options.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The findings could help improve cold-chain transportation for tropical fruits while reducing waste and extending shelf life.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

Seth, should investors in more-traditional types of energy become more flexible about alternative-energy investments, understanding that there is a shelf life in oil and gas?

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

There are cheeses with a longer shelf life.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris