lifeline

Example Sentences

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For district critics, families in the core of urban L.A. suddenly had an education lifeline.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

They could be a lifeline for sheep that might get stuck on the U.S. side once the border wall is sealed.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Without Caracas as a lifeline, Cuba has struggled to keep electricity on, or food and medicine in stock.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Global music revenues have been growing year-on-year after streaming subscriptions provided a lifeline to the industry undermined by piracy and financial decline.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

“I see he’s got his lifeline back,” Dad grumbled, coming back into the room, looking calmer than when he’d left.

From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds