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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What is also striking is their agility with AI - they don’t get attached to a single tool or platform for life, instead, thrive in a dynamic environment where continuous learning and iteration are the norm - constantly trying, testing and evolving to the next. Sanjay Srivastava, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025 These guys in the locker room are gonna be my brothers for life. Joe Vardon, New York Times, 2 June 2025 How does the threat of going to prison for life crystallize everything that’s important? Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 30 May 2025 The grant deed includes a restriction that prohibits GM Residential from using any portion of the property for life science use, which includes pharmaceutical companies and medical device makers. Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for for life

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“For life.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20life. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.

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