average life
Americannoun
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Reflecting those improved conditions, average life expectancy worldwide rose sharply for the first time in several centuries, from 46 years in 1950 to 72 years in 2020.
From Salon • Dec. 27, 2025
He wants to understand why the average life expectancy of the U.S., at 79, lags behind the others by up to six years.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025
In the early 20th century, rapid declines in infant mortality -- brought about by medical innovation, improved sanitation, and higher living standards -- significantly boosted average life expectancy.
From Science Daily • Oct. 26, 2025
However, the average life expectancy has steadily increased since the 1970s.
From BBC • Aug. 12, 2025
“That poor family…Those pilots go up there day after day to fight off the German attacks. Did you hear that the average life expectancy for a Spitfire pilot is just four weeks?”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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