He lived a long and happy life.

Meaning: He lived for a considerable time and was feeling or showing pleasure or contentment.

Choice of Words: Long means lasting for a considerable time. Happy means feeling or showing pleasure or contentment.

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He had a long and fulfilling life.

Meaning: This sentence tells us that the person lived for a long time and found meaning and purpose in their life. It's like saying, "He lived a good life and made a difference in the world."

Choice of Words: The word "had" means to possess or to own something. "Fulfilling" means to give someone a sense of satisfaction or purpose. When we put these words together, we get a sentence that describes someone who has lived for a long time and has found meaning and purpose in their life.

He lived a long and prosperous life.

Meaning: This sentence tells us that the person lived for a long time and was successful or wealthy. It's like saying, "He lived a good life and made a lot of money."

Choice of Words: The word "prosperous" means to be successful or to have a lot of money. When we put these words together, we get a sentence that describes someone who has lived for a long time and has been successful or wealthy.

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