lifeline
noun/ˈlaɪfˌlaɪn/
Frequency rank: #10,295 most common English word
Meaning
something that provides a vital connection or support to someone in a difficult situation.
Example sentence
The volunteers provided what felt like lifeline to the isolated community after the flood.
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