quality of life
noun phrase
: overall enjoyment of life : general well-being
… the male characters on the show not only have a better chance of survival; they're also more likely to improve their quality of life through friendship.—
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: the degree to which a person or group is healthy, comfortable, and able to enjoy the activities of daily living
Migraine is a common disorder that can severely affect patients' quality of life and daily function. —New England Journal of Medicine
—often hyphenated when used before another noun New England Journal of Medicine A number of recent surveys have identified noise as New York City's greatest quality-of-life issue. —Tom Vanderbilt
—abbreviation QOL
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If tonsil stones are impacting your quality of life, Brown recommends seeing a physician to have a discussion about tonsil activity.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024
Long commutes—sometimes taking up to three hours, both ways—have drastically reduced quality of life.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
Summary Occasional heartburn is usually not a cause for concern, but ongoing symptoms that impair quality of life are a reason to talk to a healthcare provider.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2024
At this stage, these treatments aim to help reduce your cancer symptoms and improve your overall quality of life.
—Heidi Cope, Health, 20 Oct. 2024
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Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024
Long commutes—sometimes taking up to three hours, both ways—have drastically reduced quality of life.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
Summary Occasional heartburn is usually not a cause for concern, but ongoing symptoms that impair quality of life are a reason to talk to a healthcare provider.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2024
At this stage, these treatments aim to help reduce your cancer symptoms and improve your overall quality of life.
—Heidi Cope, Health, 20 Oct. 2024
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“Quality of life.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quality%20of%20life. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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