for life

idiom

: for the whole of one's life : for the rest of one's life

They met in college and have remained friends for life.

He was sentenced to prison for life.

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The notion of having a judge job for life, no matter how bad the judgments, is ridiculous! —

Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025 The desire for life is the thing that shoots out of our heads. —

Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Feb. 2025 The bait and switch was what allegedly upset some members of the cast and crew.) O’Connor was banned from SNL for life and was met with criticism from not only the religious right, but fellow celebrities, including Joe Pesci, who called her out the following week during his SNL monologue. —

Shannon Carlin, TIME, 15 Feb. 2025 To ensure that when their playing days are over, they’re financially set for life. —

Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for for life