expires
Pronunciation: [ɪkˈspaɪərz]
Word
Context: "time-sensitive"
(verb) when something comes to an end after a certain period. It’s like when food or a medicine can no longer be used after a specific date.
Example
My milk expires tomorrow, so I need to drink it today.
Example
The coupon does not expire for another month, so we can still use it.
Example
When does your membership expire?
Context: "legal"
(verb) when a legal agreement or document is no longer valid. Imagine a promise that isn't good anymore because time has run out.
Example
Her contract expires at the end of the year, so she will need to find a new job soon.
Example
His driver's license does not expire until next year, so he can still drive legally.
Example
What happens if the lease expires without renewal?
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