good life
Americannoun
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a life abounding in material comforts and luxuries.
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a life lived according to the moral and religious laws of one's culture.
Etymology
Origin of good life
First recorded in 1945–50
Example Sentences
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But, if I may say so, the good life has other important components, and optimizing too much — rather than settling for “good enough” — may defeat the well-lived life.
From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026
Regardless, parrots now live in the missions, a good life in San Diego.
From Salon • May 9, 2026
They accused him of having made the most of the good life during his military career, while they, as part of the young generation, struggled.
From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026
"The path to a good life is a great childhood, one full of love, learning and play. That applies just as much to the online world as it does to the real one," said Kendall.
From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026
We had a good life, a beautiful life.
From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez
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