remarkably long-lived
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Indicates a surprisingly or impressively long lifespan.
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- Some of these creatures are remarkably long-lived.
- The ancient oak tree in the forest is remarkably long-lived, surviving centuries of storms.
- Despite its small size, this species of fish is remarkably long-lived.
- Scientists are studying why certain organisms are remarkably long-lived.
- The myth of the phoenix being remarkably long-lived has fascinated people for ages.
- This particular strain of bacteria proved to be remarkably long-lived in extreme conditions.
- Many tortoises are remarkably long-lived, often outliving their human companions.
- Her grandfather was remarkably long-lived, celebrating his 105th birthday last year.
- The traditions of this isolated community have been remarkably long-lived.
- It's a remarkably long-lived theory that continues to influence modern thought.