Question 1

What does "live for" mean?

Accepted Answer

To find the deepest purpose, motivation, or happiness in something; to consider it the most important thing in life.

Question 2

How do you use "live for" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

She lives for her children — everything she does is for them.

Question 3

Is "live for" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"live for" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Can be used literally (to have a reason to stay alive) or hyperbolically in casual speech ('I live for this song'). The hyperbolic use is very common in informal and online contexts.

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