lifeline

Example Sentences

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He says the money would be a "lifeline" for his wife and two children as he is currently out of work after falling ill last year.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

But trade with China, much of it through Dandong, is a key lifeline for North Korea's moribund economy, under UN sanctions because of its nuclear weapons programme.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

Advocates for the project say the San Vicente-Fairfax route would be a lifeline not just for West Hollywood residents but for low-income Angelenos across the region.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Robert Aprill, a partner at Physician Growth Partners, a firm that connects doctors with investors, said that most physicians come to his company looking for a lifeline.

From Slate • Mar. 17, 2026

“Delia. Velia,” Papá whispered, his eyes imploring them to go to him, even as he hugged Pita to himself like she was his lifeline.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall