Lifelong

usgb/ˈlaɪflɔːŋ/
adjective

Lasting for the entire life of a person.

She made a lifelong commitment to her career.
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Often appears as...

  • lifelong commitment
  • lifelong friend
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Personal significance

Emphasizes the importance or influence on someone's life, suggesting a deep connection.

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Her lifelong love of music shaped her career.
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Not just lengthy

Conveys that 'lifelong' is an emotional, not just chronological, measure of time.

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A lifelong journey of self-improvement can be fulfilling.
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Emotional investment

Indicates a choice with significant emotional dedication, beyond a casual interest.

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Becoming a lifelong advocate for justice was his calling.
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