lifework
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5.7
- noun
- /ˈlaɪfˌwɜrk/
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obra de vida
- A Stanford and Oxford University graduate and Rhodes Scholar, foreign policy has been Susan Rice's lifework.
Examples
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These awards were given for her lifework of advocacy on behalf of children.
Academic text (2003) -
A lover of beauty, he wished to make his lifework into a thing of elegance and grace.
Academic text (1998) -
The ability to identify with one's overall lifework is a major characteristic of creatively gifted leaders.
Academic text (1991) -
Recently, our attention was drawn to the lifework of Jeanne Bishop, an assistant public defender in Cook County, Illinois.
Blog text (15) -
Cindy Dillenschneider has dedicated her lifework to providing outdoor experiences for disabled people.
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The novel was considered his lifework, showcasing his talent and dedication as a writer.
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Many artists see their lifework as a way to express their personal experiences and emotions.
Synonyms
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1.0
Effort people use to do a job or task
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1.8
The jobs a person does during their working life
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Etymology
The word lifework comes from joining life and work. It means the 'main work' a person does across their 'whole life', like a long project or mission they are known for.