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duration

4 definitions • 5 examples
1
the length of time that something lasts:

Examples:

He planned a stay of two years' duration.
2
for as long as something lasts:

Examples:

I guess we're stuck with each other for the duration (of the journey).
3
the length of time that something lasts:

Examples:

He planned a stay of two years’ duration.
4
the length of time that something lasts:

Examples:

a two-year/ten-month/six-week, etc. duration Most placements of agency IT staff are of a three-month or six-month duration.
Does the rate only apply for a limited period or for the duration of the loan?

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