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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Parker has also been charged with eight counts of felony child abuse with disregard for life in connection with the shooting -- one count for each bullet that was in the gun, according to the Newport News Commonwealth's Attorney's Office. Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 28 Oct. 2025 This is part of the same probe that involves Jontay Porter, a player that was suspended for life from the NBA last year. Scott Soshnick, Sportico.com, 28 Oct. 2025 The potential presence of these undeclared allergens poses significant health risks to individuals with wheat and milk allergies, including the potential for life-threatening reactions. Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025 But every student deserves an education that prepares them for life. Suzette Valladares, Oc Register, 27 Oct. 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 3 Nov. 2025.

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