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Period

usgb/ˈpɪriəd/Volume
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Figurative Usage

Sometimes 'period' indicates an era with specific features, not exact time.

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The Victorian period was known for its strict social norms.
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Time Length Vague

'Period of time' can be vague, ranging from seconds to centuries.

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Dinosaurs ruled for an extensive period of time.
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