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The phrase "lasts for about" is correct and can be used in written English.
It is generally used when referring to the duration of something. For example: The parade lasts for about two hours.
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It usually lasts for about a week.
It lasts for about five minutes.
Averaged out, it lasts for about 10 seconds.
The battery lasts for about four hours on one charge.
A herculean feat considering this sax solo lasts for about 27 minutes.
This lasts for about thirty seconds and then it's my part.
This lasts for about 9 days, although it may vary by 2 or 3 days.
Incubation lasts for about 32 days, including a two-day interval between cracking and hatching.
Can't you see it's an A-sharp?" Played competently, Moonlight Sonata lasts for about six minutes.
The prime minister's question time lasts for about 30 minutes on Wednesdays.
Their ceremony lasts for about three weeks – no one gets their acceptance speech cut short.
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