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lives

n.
US //ˈɫaɪvz// lives
  1. 1 plural of life (n.)
    A2 Elementary

    more than one life; the time people spend alive or their personal stories.

    the plural form of 'life', referring to the existence of individuals or the collective experiences of a group.

    Example

    The earthquake changed the lives of thousands of people in the city.

    Example

    The documentary explores the daily lives of nomadic tribes, focusing on how they adapt to increasingly harsh environmental conditions.
    • deaths
    Pitfall
    The heros saved many lifes.
    The heroes saved many lives.

    The plural of 'life' is always 'lives' with a 'v'.

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Last updated June 19, 2026