Lingo

Death

15 Words

8m

1.
art is long and life is short
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used to imply that artistic creations have the ability to endure long after their creators have passed away, making them a kind of immortality

The poet wrote, knowing that art is long and life is short, and hoping his verses would help him leave some small mark on the world beyond the span of his own life.

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2.
ashes to ashes (, dust to dust|)
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used to imply that all living things will eventually die and return to the earth as dust, emphasizing the idea of mortality and the fleeting nature of human life

No matter how successful or wealthy we may be in life, in the end we all return to the same fate.As the saying goes, ashes to ashes.

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3.
dead men {not} bite
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used to imply that once someone or something is dead, it no longer poses a threat or danger, aiming to reassure someone who is afraid of a situation that their fear may be unfounded

The old farmer reassured his grandson, "Don't be afraid of the snake, it's dead and dead men don't bite."

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4.
death is the great leveler
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used to emphasize that all humans are equal in the face of death, and that the pursuit of material wealth or status is ultimately meaningless in the face of mortality

The fact that 'death is the great leveler' is a reminder to live our lives with purpose and to focus on the things that truly matter, such as our relationships with others and our own personal growth.

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5.
death pays all debts
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used to suggest that when a person dies, any debts or obligations they may have had during their lifetime are considered to be settled or paid in full

For those who are struggling with debt and financial hardship, the saying 'death pays all debts' can be a comfort, knowing that their debts will not follow them into the afterlife.

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6.
dying is (just|) as natural as living
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used to emphasize the idea that death is a natural part of the human experience, and that it should be accepted as such

My grandmother used to say that dying is as natural as living as a way of comforting me when my pet goldfish passed away.

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the end makes all equal
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used emphasize the importance of treating all individuals with respect and dignity, as they will ultimately be equal in death regardless of any differences that may have existed during their lifetimes

My father believed that the end makes all equal and raised me to treat strangers and neighbors with the same kindness and respect, without judgment.

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8.
the good die young
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used to express the idea that life is unfair, and that sometimes individuals who are the most deserving of a long and fulfilling life are taken too soon

The tragic death of our good friend Tom at age 29 reminded us yet again that the good die young, and how unfair life can be to take someone so young with so much promise.

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in the midst of life we are in death
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used to emphasize the fragility of human life and the idea that death is an inescapable part of the human experience

The car accident that nearly took his life made him realize that in the midst of life we are in death, and that we should not take our existence for granted.

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10.
stone-dead hath no fellow
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used to express the idea that death is the ultimate end, and that nothing can compare to it or reverse its effects

When his beloved wife passed away, the widower knew stone-dead hath no fellow and that nothing could replace her or bring her back.

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11.
there is a remedy for everything except death
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used to emphasize that while there may be solutions or cures for many of the difficulties we face in life, death is the one force that cannot be avoided or overcome

Trauma surgeons work tirelessly to save lives, but ultimately they realize there is a remedy for everything except death and must accept that some injuries are simply too severe.

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12.
life is not separate from death, it only looks that way
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used as a reminder that people's lives are part of a larger cycle of existence, and that death is a natural and inevitable part of that cycle

My uncle's parting words to me were that life is not separate from death, it only looks that way, and that I should live fully yet let go lightly when the time came to say goodbye.

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13.
let the dead bury the dead
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used to emphasize the importance of living in the present moment and not becoming overly attached to the past or to the dead

The wise woman advised me to let the dead bury the dead, counseling me to leave behind grief over past losses so I could open my heart to new experiences.

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14.
young men may die, but old men must die
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used to suggest that death is a natural and inevitable part of life, and that all people, regardless of age, will eventually die

The old soldier shrugged and remarked that young men may die, but old men must die as he faced his final battle with failing health in old age.

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15.
shrouds have no pockets
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used to suggest that it is pointless to accumulate material possessions in life because they cannot be taken with us after we die

My grandfather often warned that shrouds have no pockets, encouraging me to spend wisely and value experiences over possessions.

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