love life

American

noun

amorous or sexual relations.

love life British

noun

the part of a person's life consisting of his or her sexual relationships

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Etymology

Origin of love life

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

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It’s also OK to dance, to find joy, to celebrate, to love life and to step away when you need to.”

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

And then, unprompted, Lægreid started talking about his love life, which has not been going well lately.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026

Her tumultuous love life made headlines, and paparazzi harassed her even at home.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 28, 2025

And your pushy best friend is trying to sort out your love life.

From BBC • Sep. 20, 2025

“What are you doing, Richard Parker? Don’t you love life? Keep swimming then! TREEEEEE! TREEEEEE! TREEEEEE! Kick with your legs. Kick! Kick! Kick!”

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel

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