lifeblood
Example Sentences
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Lender losses drive a contraction of credit availability, the lifeblood of modern economies, leading to slowing economic activity and driving further iterations of the pernicious cycle.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026
"If you're competing for media dollars, which is the economic lifeblood of every sport in this country, you need to be constantly improving the product," he said.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026
For Pixar, the reliance on “Toy Story” reflects a shift away from originals that used to be its lifeblood.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026
But reaching a settlement with creditors is an important step to build credibility with markets and access to the international financing Venezuela needs to revive its lifeblood energy sector, he added.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 13, 2026
For many lads, it’s their lifeblood, and it shouldn’t be restricted, withdrawn, or used manipulatively except under the most serious circumstances.
From "Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho" by Jon Katz
