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for all lifetime
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "for all lifetime" is not correct in standard written English.
A more appropriate expression would be "for a lifetime" or "for all time." Example: "The memories we create together will last for a lifetime."
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Science
News & Media
Alternative expressions(6)
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Exact Expressions
1 human-written examples
The average of all indices per person for all lifetime performed jobs; per 2 units increase of the respective indices.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
59 human-written examples
For all the lifetime circuit judges he's confirming ― and it's a lot ― he isn't replacing that many Democratic appointees.
News & Media
It makes less sense if you want to actually make universal tuition-free college or Medicare-for-all happen in our lifetime.
News & Media
The aim was to gather information on all lifetime treatments for mental health disorders.
Science
The meaning of life for all of lifetime on planet Earth humans have been discussing this subject.
News & Media
The J O intensity parameters were used to compute the radiative properties such as the radiative transition probabilities (Aed), branching ratios and radiative lifetimes (τr) for all the possible fluorescence bands.
Science
That experience, he said, "will be there for a lifetime, whereas all the tangible things, they come and go".
News & Media
Medicare for all eliminates lifetime limits, pre-existing conditions and private insurers' interference in decisions about your medical care.
News & Media
The median change was +43 %, and the increase was greater than 66%% for all three lifetime prevalence estimates.
Science
He will continue to inspire us all for a lifetime and more.
News & Media
"You can give a man a fish and feed him for a day, or you can teach a man to fish and feed him for a lifetime; all of our organizations teach people to fish," Duritz said.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Opt for established phrases like "for a lifetime" or "throughout one's life" to ensure clarity and grammatical correctness. This will improve the readability and credibility of your writing.
Common error
Do not use the phrase "for all lifetime". It's not standard English. Instead, use "for a lifetime" or rephrase to use a construction like "throughout life". For example, instead of "This experience will stay with them for all lifetime", write "This experience will stay with them "for a lifetime"".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "for all lifetime" attempts to function as a prepositional phrase modifying a noun, indicating duration. However, it's not grammatically sound. Ludwig AI indicates this is not correct.
Frequent in
Science
34%
News & Media
33%
Formal & Business
0%
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "for all lifetime" appears in some contexts, it is generally considered grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI flags this phrase as non-standard English. It's better to use alternatives like ""for a lifetime"" or "throughout life" to ensure clarity and correctness. Although examples can be found in News & Media and Science sources, adhering to standard English is crucial for effective communication, especially in formal contexts.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
for a lifetime
Uses the indefinite article "a" to suggest a single, complete lifespan.
for the entire duration of life
Replaces "all lifetime" with a more explicit and grammatically standard phrase expressing the whole lifespan.
for the duration of life
Similar to "for the entire duration of life" but slightly more concise.
during one's whole life
Emphasizes the entirety of someone's existence.
throughout one's life
Indicates an action or state that occurs from birth until death.
all through life
Expresses something that happens continuously from beginning to end of existence.
for the rest of one's life
Focuses on the remaining portion of someone's lifespan.
during all of life
Similar meaning, restructured for a slight difference in emphasis.
throughout one's existence
A more formal way of saying "throughout one's life."
for as long as one lives
Expresses the concept of something lasting until death.
FAQs
What's a better way to say "for all lifetime"?
Instead of "for all lifetime", use phrases like ""for a lifetime"" or "throughout life". These are grammatically correct and widely understood.
Is "for all lifetime" grammatically correct?
No, "for all lifetime" is not grammatically correct in standard English. The correct form is ""for a lifetime"".
How can I use "for a lifetime" in a sentence?
You can use ""for a lifetime"" to describe something that lasts as long as someone lives. For example, "The skills he learned there benefited him "for a lifetime"".
What's the difference between "for all time" and "for a lifetime"?
"For all time" refers to something that lasts forever, while ""for a lifetime"" refers to something that lasts only as long as a person's life.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
83%
Authority and reliability
2.1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested