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The entirety of one's energies or affections. For example, He put heart and soul into his music . [Late 1700s]

It was lovely beyond speech—white and sad, heart-and-soul sad, but not unhappy, and I knew it never could be unhappy.

You'll be delighted with the old fellow, who is a heart-and-soul sportsman.

April 25, 2024firkin

[fur-kin ]

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