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life lesson

British  

noun

  1. something from which useful knowledge or principles can be learned

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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That’s more of a life lesson than I thought I would receive when I bought it.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 23, 2025

In the tribute video to Ms. Hayden that was posted on “The Simpsons” social media accounts, Ms. Hayden said that Milhouse provides a great life lesson in perseverance and optimism.

From New York Times Nov. 20, 2024

The life lesson learned: When Celine Dion tells you things, listen.

From Seattle Times Feb. 6, 2024

“I thought I’d hate hearing that, but it turns out, I don’t. The life lesson is to not overthink things.”

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 13, 2023

She gave me a serious look, as if imparting a meaningful life lesson I should ponder and absorb.

From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls

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