from the cradle to the grave
US /frʌm ðə ˈkreɪdl tu ðə ɡreɪv/
UK /frʌm ðə ˈkreɪdl tu ðə ɡreɪv/
1.
throughout a person's entire life, from birth until death
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He was a loyal fan of the team from the cradle to the grave.
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She dedicated her life to helping others from the cradle to the grave.