Simple sentence encapsulating what many long for (4,4)

I believe the answer is:

easy life

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'encapsulating what many long for' is the definition.
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'simple sentence' is the wordplay.
'simple' becomes 'easy' (associated in meaning).
'sentence' becomes 'life' (life sentence in prison).
'easy'+'life'='EASY LIFE'

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