lifeline

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

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

In Shanxi, it's also a lifeline for those with few other options.

From BBC • May 31, 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

Her lifeline, she says, was discovering a breast reduction Facebook group with nearly 6,000 members.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

“His lifeline was tied to a stick in a fireplace, and when that piece of wood burned up...”

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan