'upgrade the texture of life', does such expression exsist?
As I can say 'the texture of silk', I think the expression above makes sense in a humourous manner.
But to make it formal and solemn, as in governmental documents, can I just say 'upgrade the quality of life for the people' , isn't it better?
Or, are there some other more appropriate words to say it?
Thank you!
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If the person or people whose life/lives need improvement is known, and if the improvements are economic or social, it is also commonly phrased as "to improve [his, their, etc.] way of life":
"We are striving to build wells in these villages, in order to improve the natives' way of life."
The term "quality of life" is usually used in a medical or health sense:
"Our medical staff is devoted to improving the quality of life for terminally-ill patients."
Other idioms may also fit, depending on the meaning. If one wishes to improve his own quality of life in a financial or material way, we may say "to move up in the world":
"The Smith's were tired of living paycheck to paycheck, and longed for the day when they might move up in the world."
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'improve the quality of life' sounds better.
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no. no one would know what you mean.
you should stay with "upgrade the quality of life."
No need to be flowery and lose clarity, unless you are writing poetry.
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