life expectancy
Americannoun
noun
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Etymology
Origin of life expectancy
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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He added the trust estimated the long-standing pair to be about 18 years old, with life expectancy for the birds being about 25 years.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
Which state has the highest average life expectancy?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 18, 2026
As this study illustrates, gains in life expectancy have not been shared equally.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 15, 2026
By 2100, life expectancy could exceed 90 years for women and 86 for men.
From Barron's ● Jul. 14, 2026
His life expectancy is less than 1 year.
From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty
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