American dream

as in good life
a life marked by material wealth and comfort with the acquisition of a big house in the suburbs, they felt as though the American dream had indeed become a reality for them

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Noun
  • Providing became a prominent theme — not just about the anxiety to make enough money to give your kids a good life, but also the anxiety of giving them too much.
    Jesse David Fox, Vulture, 30 July 2025
  • Only the religious are expected to dress differently and pray regularly, the rest of us are just expected to live a good life.
    Lubna Zeidan, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Noun
  • For visitors who want a fast introduction to the stateside version of la dolce vita, the Suite Ride package from the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills sets it all in motion.
    Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 24 July 2025
  • While a trip to Italy usually means relaxation and la dolce vita (or the sweet life), one woman hit the point of exasperation at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) due to a disagreement at the boarding counter, allegedly over the weight of a suitcase, the International Business Times reports.
    Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2025
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“American dream.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/American%20dream. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.

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