from the cradle to the grave
US /frʌm ðə ˈkreɪdl tu ðə ɡreɪv/
UK /frʌm ðə ˈkreɪdl tu ðə ɡreɪv/
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从摇篮到坟墓, 一生
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.
他从摇篮到坟墓都是这支球队的忠实粉丝。
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She dedicated her life to helping others from the cradle to the grave.
她从摇篮到坟墓都致力于帮助他人。