The lifeguard gave the swimmer the kiss of life.
kiss of life
idiomMouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
After the hiker collapsed, his friend performed the kiss of life until the paramedics arrived.
The emergency responder acted quickly to provide the kiss of life, successfully restoring the victim's breathing before the ambulance reached the scene.
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beg for one's life
To plead or make a desperate attempt to continue with what one has been doing.
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betray with a kiss
To betray someone in a seemingly inconspicuous or innocuous manner.
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blow a kiss
To kiss one's own hand, then blow on it in a direction towards the recipient.
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bread of life
Anything which is regarded as a source or inspiration of spiritual nourishment.
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bring back to life
To return someone to a state of consciousness or living after a state of unconsciousness, death or near-death.
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cat and dog life
An unhappy married life marked by arguments and disagreements.
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change of life
Menopause.
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charmed life
A life in which one is always lucky and safe from danger.
Last updated April 17, 2026