live with oneself
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To have a clear conscience, free of guilt or regret.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
If I had killed him, I would never be able to live with myself.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “live with oneself” mean?
To have a clear conscience, free of guilt or regret.
Is “live with oneself” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.