heart and soul
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It goes to the heart and soul of who they are in these communities.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
“All the teachers put their heart and soul into us,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
He said she was his "best friend" and was the "heart and soul" of their family.
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
"Knowing the journey my family and I have been through, and how much heart and soul I put into my studies at Keele under such difficult circumstances, makes this moment feel incredibly special," she added.
From BBC • Jan. 26, 2026
I have several excellent ideas already, and I know that I, for one, will eventually make Mr. Levy decide to put his heart and soul in the firm.
From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole
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