life force

Definitions

1. The hypothetical principle that animates all living organisms.
   countable, uncountable
2. An impulse or influence that gives something life or vitality.
   countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“The human tribe partakes of the mana or life-force of the animal, and is strengthened[.]”

“"Yes, I'm beating it!" he cried. "Ever since Felkin held his first consultation with Atkinson I have⟳ felt the life-force stealing back into me."”

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