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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Linsday Foreman, a life coach, had been asking people along the route what it means to live a good life.
From BBC
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
Is that a good life in your 70s?
From MarketWatch
‘He had a good life, Will. He lived ten more years here in England with me. He was such a happy boy; he made me smile every day. I don’t think I would have survived any of it without him.’
From Literature
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"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
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