B1 — Intermediate⏳ Time & Life
Vivere di ricordi
To live on memories
Literal Translation
"To live on memories"
What it means
Describes someone who dwells too much in the past rather than engaging with the present.
Example in context
"Da quando è morta la moglie, vive di ricordi."
"Since his wife died, he lives on memories."
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