life force

noun

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The deeper origin is uncertain, but it may be linked to the idea of breath or life force. Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025 Her death drive and her life force are equally as big. Michaela Zee, Variety, 7 Apr. 2025 These include practices aimed at tapping into a life force known as Qi (pronounced chee), which include acupuncture, massage therapy, tai chi, cupping, sound therapy and yoga. Daryl Austin, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2025 The Metroids are floating organisms that can drain other being's life force and thus pose an existential threat to the entire galaxy. Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 1 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for life force

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First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of life force was in 1848

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“Life force.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life%20force. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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