life of Riley
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"It was a huge amount of money at that time and it was burning a hole in his pocket. Most of us would think, 'Let's retire and live the life of Riley'."
From BBC • Sep. 8, 2018
Overall, however, Alex hardly has the life of Riley.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 25, 2017
In the meantime, the life of Riley is a simple one.
From The Guardian • Aug. 20, 2017
Giant pandas appear to live the life of Riley.
From Washington Post • Aug. 28, 2015
Usually it was the life of Riley, but somehow it wasn't enough in this place.
From To Remember Charlie By by Aycock, Roger D.