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live by the gun, die by the gun 

A phrase to describe the truism that you increase the probability of dying violently when you choose to live a life of violence.
It was never lost on me that you must consider the wisdom of “live by the gun, die by the gun,” when choosing to own or carry a firearm.
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Live Long and Prosper

It is used as the greeting of the Vulcan people.
"Live Long and Prosper"
-Mr. Spock (Star Trek: TOS)

live corn 

I've got live corn loaded in my skeng.
live corn by Jesse.ow May 24, 2016

Live fast, die young 

Expression meaning take lots of risks, have lots of fun, and don't suffer through old age. It is implied that the first half of the expression is what causes the second half.
Guy 1: I can't wait to be 65 when I can get medicare.
Guy 2: Oh god, I hope I never get that old. Live fast, die young.

Live By The Code 

One who lives by the code abides by four principles and never strays.

1) Keep your mouth shut, no matter what. No family secrets are reveled; never snitch on a friend or family member even if you must take the fall.

2) Keep your word. Do what you say you will, do not cheat a friend or family member.

3) Ball 100%... Give everything you got. Never quit on yourself or your family.

4) Own your kids; take care of them no matter what obstacles stand in the way. Teach them the code.
I'm putting a ring on her finger. You crazy? Na... This one is the right one, she live by the code.
Live By The Code by bt3101 March 7, 2011

live and learn 

You live through the experience and learn the mistakes.
"Hey you wanna get drunk tonite?"

"No thanks, I did that last nite and it ended pretty badly"

"So? "
"Live and learn biotch!"
live and learn by Lilly.t June 11, 2016