lifeblood

noun

life·blood ˈlīf-ˈbləd

-ˌbləd

Synonyms of lifeblood next

: blood regarded as the seat of vitality

: a vital or life-giving force or component

freedom of inquiry is the lifeblood of a university

Examples of lifeblood in a Sentence

The town's lifeblood has always been its fishing industry. The neighborhoods are the lifeblood of this city. the lifeblood that flows through his veins

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Your teams—not your customers—are the lifeblood of your business. —

Joe Altieri, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 The rhythm of business is dictated by the swift movement of goods and information, and the supply chain stands as the lifeblood of global commerce. —

Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 28 Oct. 2024 Prioritize Financial Planning and Money Management Money is the lifeblood of any business, and poor financial management is one of the top reasons for business failure. —

Melissa Houston, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024 Its lifeblood is the active participation and engagement of citizens every day to create a more perfect union. —

Peggy O’Neal Faith Matters, arkansasonline.com, 19 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lifeblood