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live for

The correct spelling is live for.

How to pronounce live for

verb

Say it like: Liv-e f-or

The correct spelling is live for. To deeply enjoy or be fulfilled by something esteemed as very important in one's life. For example: "I live for knowledge."

Usage Examples

I live for knowledge.

He has been chronically depressed and feels he has nothing to live for.

I live for the day I can finally break free from my servitude.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To deeply enjoy or be fulfilled by something esteemed as very important in one's life.
  2. 2.To find a reason to continue having the will to live.
  3. 3.To eagerly await or hope for (a significant life event).

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