life lesson
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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“It’s a life lesson right, maybe we all should embrace our imperfections a bit more.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
He said that instead of hiding his disability from the children the couple care for, he had been open with them and used it as a way of teaching an important life lesson.
From BBC ● Dec. 26, 2025
When I see comedians indulge in that, where they’re giving a life lesson talk, I want to tell them, “No one came here for this. You are there to be funny.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 12, 2025
In the tribute video to Ms. Hayden that was posted on “The Simpsons” social media accounts, Ms. Hayden said that Milhouse provides a great life lesson in perseverance and optimism.
From New York Times ● Nov. 20, 2024
She gave me a serious look, as if imparting a meaningful life lesson I should ponder and absorb.
From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls
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