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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"She was so desperate to find you to make sure you'd had a really good life," Urmston said.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
"Our children have the right to play and to have a real and a good life," says Najjar.
From Barron's ● Jul. 11, 2026
A good life looks many different ways to the many different people who make up America, and the question of whether or not to have a child is one approached with just as much diversity.
From Slate ● Jul. 6, 2026
He was always trying to teach people how to build a good life.
From Salon ● Jul. 5, 2026
"And if you live a good life," Amma said, "Muslims, like your father, believe you'll go to heaven."
From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman
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