Mostly, it depends on a caliber. Low-pressure calibers don't work the brass much, and you can get 10+ reloads from 45ACP, 45 Colt or 38 Spec.
9mm brass seems to last 3-4 reloads before the primer pockets get loose. Same for 357.
Good quality brass lasts longer - major commercial makers all anneal the brass properly. Military brass does not last as long.
Expensive rifle brass in unusual calibers can be re-annealed with a gas torch, to get a few extra cycles out of it.
My favorites - Starline, Norma and RWS, they seem to last longer than other makes.
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