way of life

idiom

1

: the habits, customs, and beliefs of a particular person or group of people

Unhampered development is threatening these farmers' way of life.

2

: an important activity, job, etc., that affects all parts of someone's life

For me, tennis is not just a sport, it's a way of life.

Examples of way of life in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Set in the forests of Andhra Pradesh, southern India, during the mid-20th century, the film follows an ancient tribe struggling to maintain its traditional way of life as members are drawn toward modernity following the construction of a dam. —Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Nov. 2025

What unfolds is the hopeful and unforgettable story of an underdog team that comes together to galvanize their town, reclaim their way of life, and turn their shared grief into an unstoppable superpower. —Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 12 Nov. 2025

One such angel, however, decided to rebel against this way of life. —Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Nov. 2025

Maine’s rugged natural beauty shapes its culture, cuisine, and way of life. —Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 7 Nov. 2025

Rhymes for way of life

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