have life

Example Sentences

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That must be one of the biggest compliments you can get as an artist, that songs have life outside of what you intended.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

While her husband conveyed what he thought her wishes would be—to have life support withdrawn—her parents believed that she smiled and expressed emotion.

From Slate • Dec. 8, 2025

The agency this week is making news for all of the wrong reasons, and the dysfunction could have life and death consequences for patients.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 6, 2025

"Without security you cannot deliver aid. Without security you cannot really have life," he said.

From BBC • Oct. 15, 2025

“I know it sounds stupid. And I’m not saying I have life all figured out. All I know is that nothing like this will happen again. I know I can be a better friend.”

From "Goodbye Stranger" by Rebecca Stead