remarkably long-lived

Frequency: 6.77.9 per million words

Indicates a surprisingly or impressively long lifespan.

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Examples (10)

  • 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.