
Lifeblood
Cultural Importance
Used to express the significance of a cultural element to a community or society.
The traditional dance is the lifeblood of our cultural heritage.
Economic Vitality
Refers to a core element that sustains the economic health of a place.
Small businesses are often the lifeblood of a thriving city center.
Metaphorical use
It's used metaphorically to describe something essential but not literally related to blood.
Innovation is the lifeblood of technology companies.