lifeline

Example Sentences

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As Iran’s main lifeline, China helps ensure the shadow fleet for Iranian oil stays afloat.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

He scored five goals in 26 appearances there before Hearts gave him a lifeline back into Scottish football.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

U.S. aid has been a lifeline for communities whose desperation can be exploited by militant recruiters.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

A merger with Japanese rival Honda had been seen as a potential lifeline, but talks collapsed when the company proposed making Nissan a subsidiary.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Since facing down the cow monsters in Venice, Frank had barely thought about his fragile lifeline.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan