lasted

word · lemma: last

/ˈɫæstəd/
LAS-tid
/lˈɑːstɪd/
LAH-stid

Definition

'Lasted' is the past form of 'last'. It means continued for a period of time, or remained usable or effective until a certain point.

Usage & Nuances

Often used with time expressions like 'for two hours' or 'all day'. It can describe events ('The meeting lasted...') or objects/supplies ('The battery lasted...'). Do not confuse it with 'latest', which means most recent.

Example Sentences

The movie lasted two hours.

basic

Our water lasted all week.

basic

The battery lasted until morning.

basic

That meeting lasted way longer than I expected.

natural

My phone charge barely lasted through the trip.

natural

Honestly, I’m surprised the old shoes lasted this long.

natural