life-affirming
Americanadjective
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“A Diva’s Christmas Carol” is a life-altering, life-affirming event movie to rival even the best Dickens alteration.
From Salon • Dec. 24, 2025
With access to never-before-seen footage and new interviews with those closest to Selena Quintanilla, filmmaker Isabel Castro manages to construct an unexpected and life-affirming portrait of a young woman still discovering herself and her interests.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025
Constant upkeep and repair can be a kind of life-affirming ritual—an appreciation for how even the best-made machines require the regular intercession of human skill and diligence.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025
"That's how it was with us. We went through so many remarkable, extraordinary, life-affirming experiences together. Thank you, Dave."
From BBC • Oct. 23, 2025
“This is the most life-affirming thing you’ve ever done. You made the right decision. I love you. You’re my only son and I love you. Please remember.”
From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini
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