as in good life
a life marked by material wealth and comfort
with the acquisition of a big house in the suburbs, they felt as though the American dream had indeed become a reality for them
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Noun
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My idea of what constitutes a good life has gradually shifted.—
Frances Dodds Samantha Desz Krish Seenivasan Joel Thibodeau,
New York Times,
18 May 2025 -
That shocked many of us, who value empathy as a virtue, a requirement of a good life, as taught in families, schools and religious venues all around the world.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
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Defining the la dolce vita ethos of the day, at least as far as automotive aesthetics, the 275 GTS owes both its styling and actual bodywork to Pininfarina, which dresses a chassis that features a 94-inch wheelbase.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
7 Apr. 2025
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Looking for a taste of la dolce vita? Italy's Amalfi Coast (above, top) is a hotspot for international travelers looking to sip an Aperol spritz under its instagram-famous citrus trees in the summer.—
Mackenzie Schmidt,
Peoplemag,
19 June 2024
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