quality of life
noun phrase
: overall enjoyment of life : general well-being
… the male characters on the show not only have a better chance of survival; they're also more likely to improve their quality of life through friendship.—
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: the degree to which a person or group is healthy, comfortable, and able to enjoy the activities of daily living
Migraine is a common disorder that can severely affect patients' quality of life and daily function. —New England Journal of Medicine
—often hyphenated when used before another noun New England Journal of Medicine A number of recent surveys have identified noise as New York City's greatest quality-of-life issue. —Tom Vanderbilt
—abbreviation QOL
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And 30% believe data centers negatively affect the quality of life for people living nearby.
—Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 16 May 2026
Rising healthcare costs, insurance complexity, and burnout are pushing some Americans to explore life abroad in search of more accessible care, lower stress, and a better quality of life.
—Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
All funds raised through the GoFundMe page established for Hurtado will go towards in-home care and nursing assistance, as well as medical bills and rehabilitation therapy, plus essential equipment and supplies to improve her quality of life.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
For some, a cycle’s flow can even last more than a week, causing a major disruption to not just the quality of life but also our wallets.
—Bridgette Bartlett Royall, Essence, 14 May 2026
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Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 16 May 2026
Rising healthcare costs, insurance complexity, and burnout are pushing some Americans to explore life abroad in search of more accessible care, lower stress, and a better quality of life.
—Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
All funds raised through the GoFundMe page established for Hurtado will go towards in-home care and nursing assistance, as well as medical bills and rehabilitation therapy, plus essential equipment and supplies to improve her quality of life.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
For some, a cycle’s flow can even last more than a week, causing a major disruption to not just the quality of life but also our wallets.
—Bridgette Bartlett Royall, Essence, 14 May 2026
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“Quality of life.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quality%20of%20life. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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