Definition

Noun Phrase: - A person's occupation, profession, or social position: The phrase "walk of life" refers to the distinct sphere of activity, employment, or social class to which a person belongs. It emphasizes the variety and diversity found across different professions and social standings.

Usage

The phrase is used to talk about people from various professions, backgrounds, or social classes, often to highlight inclusivity or diversity. - It is commonly used with prepositions like "from all walks of life" or "in every walk of life". - It functions as a singular noun phrase, but is typically used in a plural sense to denote variety.

Examples

• People from all walks of life attended the community festival.
• You will find both challenges and rewards in every walk of life.
• The new policy affects individuals in every walk of life.

Advanced Usage

• "from every walk of life": Synonymous with "from all walks of life," used to emphasize complete inclusivity across social and professional categories.
  • The charity serves people from every walk of life.
• The phrase can be modified by adjectives to specify a type or area.
  • He has experience in the academic walk of life.

Variants and Related Words

• Career (n): A person's professional journey or long-term occupation.
• Profession (n): A paid occupation, especially one that requires formal training or a specific skill set.
• Vocation (n): A strong feeling of suitability for a particular career or occupation.

Synonyms

• Line of work: A person's type of employment.
• Trade: A skilled job, typically one requiring manual skills.
• Field: A particular branch of study or sphere of activity.

Related Phrases

• All stripes: A phrase meaning "of all kinds," often used similarly to "all walks of life."
  • The conference attracted participants of all stripes.

Noun

1. careers in general
   • it happens in all walks of life