a period of time or the duration of a specific event

lasting or existing for a long period of time

to look forward to or await with hope or eagerness

A period of seven consecutive days, typically starting from Monday.

a particular stage or length of time in history or a process

the period of time just past or the current situation; lately

a noun referring to a prior expectation, anticipation, or a predicted future outcome.

the corresponding time period in a different cycle, such as the same period in a previous year

futures contract (finance)

relating to or occurring over a brief period of time

early period; early phase; early stage

the initial phase or beginning period of a process, project, or historical era

at set dates or regular intervals

the point in time by which something must be completed or finished

the duration of time required for a recurring motion or process to complete one full cycle

an earnest hope or prospect of future success or occurrence

the middle stage or phase of a period of time, such as an era, dynasty, or biological process

the concluding part of a historical era or a specific duration of time

the initial stage or beginning period of a process, era, or project

lasting for a specific duration of time

vacation; holiday

the current term, phase, or period of time, commonly used in financial, academic, or publishing contexts

A fixed period of time into which an academic year is divided, such as a term or semester.

to reach the end of a period of validity or a deadline, such as for a visa, passport, or contract

limited term of imprisonment (i.e. anything less than life imprisonment)

to expect; to await

the final, often incurable stage of a disease

the duration or term of an official position or office

a specific time limit or a set period allowed for something

to pass the expiration date or the period of validity

at the planned or expected time; on schedule; punctual

occurring in multiple sequential phases or steps

to exceed a time limit, fail to meet a deadline, or be late in performing an obligation

the busy times of the day when traffic is at its heaviest, typically during the commute to or from work

set at a specified fixed date in the future, especially for financial transactions or repayments

the week immediately preceding the current one

the duration during which a document, contract, or license remains legally effective

to put off a scheduled event or action until a later time

to reach the end of a set period, such as a term of office, a contract, or a time limit

summer vacation time