from life

idiom

of a painting, drawing, etc.
: from looking at an actual person, object, etc.
drawings done from life rather than from photographs

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Listen to this article A scion of one of the most notable families in Chicago’s busy business history, Peter Bensinger was born into a world that could have provided him shelter from life’s storms. Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 21 Feb. 2025 Yoga’s emphasis on breath control, balance and flow not only improves flexibility and core strength but also provides a sanctuary from life’s daily pressures. Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 21 Jan. 2025 Survivors and 1st responders suffering from life threatening illness are dependent the treatment and medication this program provides. Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025 In doing so, music creates a cocoon of sound and an escape from life off the mat—a safe container where students can focus on their practice without interruption. Adam Husler, Outside Online, 29 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for from life

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“From life.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/from%20life. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.

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