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as in biography
a history of a person's life
a renowned historian who has written lives of several early presidents
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as in person
a member of the human race
an appalling number of lives were lost in the war
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as in energy
active strength of body or mind
even though he's 86 years old, he still shows a lot of life
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as in lifestyle
the way people live at a particular time and place
frontier life must have been rugged, exciting, challenging, and more than a little dangerous
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Recent Examples of life
In 2021, a Facebook post from Combs sang her praises as controlling all aspects of his life.
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Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
Required reading Natasha Jonas: A day in the life of a world champion
(Photo: Zac Goodwin / PA Images via Getty Images)
Sarah Shephard spent 10 years at Sport magazine before becoming Deputy Head of Content at The Coaches' Voice.
—Sarah Shephard, The Athletic, 8 Mar. 2025
There is no formula, scoring system or checklist in determining the news value of a life.
—Clay Risen, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2025
With delinquencies surging and four million people behind on payments, that crisis is roaring back to life, demanding attention and solutions.
—Shahar Ziv, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
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Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
Required reading Natasha Jonas: A day in the life of a world champion
(Photo: Zac Goodwin / PA Images via Getty Images)
Sarah Shephard spent 10 years at Sport magazine before becoming Deputy Head of Content at The Coaches' Voice.
—Sarah Shephard, The Athletic, 8 Mar. 2025
There is no formula, scoring system or checklist in determining the news value of a life.
—Clay Risen, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2025
With delinquencies surging and four million people behind on payments, that crisis is roaring back to life, demanding attention and solutions.
—Shahar Ziv, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for life
Noun
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Her incredible financial success and biography have been well documented.—
Esther K. Choy,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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In an early 1940s scene from The Years of Lyndon Johnson: The Path to Power, the first book of Robert Caro’s four-volume (so far) biography about the late president, the then-House member vents frustration early at the chamber’s strict seniority system.—
David Mark,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Just one person out of 27 people on board the Western Reserve survived the harrowing 60-mile journey back to shore.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2025
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Every team has that one person everyone relies on for advice, project help, or problem-solving.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The world needs energy projects given its growing needs.—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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The Trump administration believes its plans to push energy prices down by cutting red tape and encouraging production will help offset tariff costs for businesses, something that’s key to the data center industry where power is a major cost, a White House official said.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
19 Mar. 2025
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Expect many delays around the area until the end of the festival. Events such as the Cherry Blossom Parade have also closed roads in the city before during the duration of the event.—
Ross O'Keefe,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
13 Mar. 2025
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The scale and duration of the tariffs remain unclear, but a portion of the taxes on imports will probably reach consumers, Powell told an economic forum in New York City last week.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
12 Mar. 2025
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When purchasing a device, look for a LED light therapy mask that will fit your lifestyle.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
11 Mar. 2025
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With its exceptional location, stunning views, and modern amenities, this property offers the ultimate California coastal lifestyle.—
Rowan Briggs,
The Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In 2021 it was revealed that Cuomo had aides work on his pandemic memoir.—
Ryan Silverstein,
New York Daily News,
16 Mar. 2025
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Grade’s novels aren’t oracular, the way the section on postwar Vilna in his memoir was.—
Judith Shulevitz,
The Atlantic,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The plummeting support runs counter to Iowa’s football, men’s wrestling and women’s basketball programs, which have all sold out their seasons for at least two consecutive years.—
Scott Dochterman,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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From ultra-soft sweaters to technical pants, Nordstrom’s men’s clothing offerings have never been better than during this surprise sale.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Diane von Furstenberg: Woman Before Fashion builds on that work with new vigor and a new dimension - the creative energy and conquering spirit of one extraordinary woman.—
Tom Teicholz,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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Such pruning renews plant vigor and encourages new healthy shoots.—
Tom MacCubbin,
Orlando Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2025
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“Life.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/life. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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