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

China is North Korea's most important political and economic partner, and a lifeline in the face of heavy international sanctions over its nuclear weapons programme.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 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

Russia for its part has sold Syria wheat and oil, likely at advantageous rates, offering a lifeline to a Syrian economy that is still struggling after years of sanctions and war.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

I know Lucy was important to Mrs. D, but for Lucy, Mrs. D was a lifeline.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy