body and soul

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: with all of your energy and enthusiasm
He devoted himself body and soul to the cause.

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But because Sara is indeed only 17, wisdom is tempered by a quivering vulnerability as the reality of her pregnancy presses upon her, body and soul, forcing her to open up to Lina and discover the possibility of solidarity. — Beatrice Loayza, Variety, 30 Aug. 2026 At this World Cup, that squad gave its all — body and soul — and rebuilt a relationship with the fans that had seemed broken since the 2024 Copa América. — Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026 You could be contracted for exciting work assignments, improve your workplace or discover a wellness practice that supports your mind, body and soul. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 We were deprived of what every human longs for—a chance to love honestly with mind, body and soul. — Donna Lamb, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for body and soul

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“Body and soul.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/body%20and%20soul. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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