lifeline
柯林斯词典
1. N-COUNT A lifeline is something that enables an organization or group to survive or to continue with an activity. 生命线
Information about the job market can be a lifeline for those who are out of work. 有关就业市场的信息可能就是失业者的生命线。
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lifeline /ˈlaɪfˌlaɪn/ (lifelines)
剑桥词典
- something, especially a way of getting help , that you depend on to lead your life in a satisfactory way
命脉，生命线
For many old people living on their own the phone is their lifeline to the outside world . 对很多独居的老人而言，电话是他们与外界联系的生命线。
a rope that is thrown to someone who is in the water , especially the sea , and is in danger
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