body and soul

Example Sentences

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It’s intuitive that spending less time on screens and more time outdoors is good for the body and soul.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

During the 1970s and 1980s, Koreans were encouraged by the government to eat natural, homegrown products, which proponents considered to be appropriately patriotic, and more importantly, healthier to both body and soul.

From Salon • May 18, 2024

Cecilia’s back story is conveniently vague, for one: She’s come to serve God and surrender herself body and soul.

From New York Times • Mar. 21, 2024

"Then luckily it passed, and I gave body and soul to my vocation."

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2024

There’s your son, Michael, parading around the world in his new suit which I paid for while I myself have barely a crust to keep body and soul together.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt