life of Riley

noun phrase

life of Ri·​ley -ˈrī-lē How to pronounce life of Riley (audio)
variants or less commonly life of Reilly
: a carefree comfortable way of living

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Even as Gromit lives the life of Riley, this is one smart pup with the smarts to help Wallace from himself, and save the day. Pete Hammond, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

from the name Riley or Reilly

First Known Use

1911, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of life of Riley was in 1911

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“Life of Riley.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life%20of%20Riley. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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