From the cradle to the grave

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From the beginning to the end of one's life.

She has been a fan of the baseball team from the cradle to the grave.
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Often appears as...

  • born from the cradle to the grave
  • live from the cradle to the grave

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Idiomatic

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Lifelong Commitment

Indicates unwavering loyalty or adherence to something throughout one's life.

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He was dedicated to improving education from the cradle to the grave.
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Emotional Intensity

Can convey a deep emotional connection to the subject referenced.

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Her love for piano music remained from the cradle to the grave.
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Total Lifespan

Used to emphasize that something affects or covers every part of someone's life.

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This legislation will impact citizens from the cradle to the grave.
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