future life
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of future life
First recorded in 1770–80
Example Sentences
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Two of my siblings are getting married this year, which means I’ve been thinking more than usual about wedding registries — that peculiar exercise in imagining a future life.
From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026
“My future life would flow out of this crucial choice because, once I had this precious instrument in my hands, I started scratching out three chords over which I sang snatches of my own melodies.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2024
"Life goals are expected to change over time and these changes are expected to have consequences for future life outcomes, including occupational outcomes," said Damian.
From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 2024
In 1976, his older brother was killed rescuing hostages at Entebbe airport in Uganda, an action the younger Netanyahu said shaped his future life.
From Reuters • Oct. 8, 2023
Several events around that time would have a big impact on Halley’s future life.
From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin
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