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life

[lahyf] / laɪf /






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Then came the pandemic — and with it, a year and a half to reflect on what the next step in his athletic and professional life would be.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 18, 2026

Writer and activist Lura Elezi, 38, told AFP that she is protesting for "a better life, rule of law and against crime and corruption".

From Barron's ● Oct. 18, 2026

It was the only time in my life I’ve done that.

From Salon ● Oct. 18, 2026

I loved my work, but it wasn’t the end all goal in my life.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 18, 2026

I feel like I’m watching my life from the outside.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold

The prime minister said military and civilian fire crews "fought this fire throughout the night in some of the worst conditions imaginable, risking their lives to protect their fellow Canadians".

From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2026

He emphasizes that his coaching staff, which is also deeply rooted in the community, understands the realities of their players’ lives.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 18, 2026

“When boys see the men in their lives communicate openly, apologize when they are wrong, respect others, manage frustration appropriately, and treat women and other people with dignity, those lessons can be incredibly powerful.”

From Salon ● Oct. 18, 2026

The idea was to bring a physician as close to the front lines of fighting as possible to save more lives.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2026

He thought of the countless lives in the Forest.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver


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