The phrase 'Such is Life' is a proverb that is used to express resignation in the face of life's difficulties. The crossword solutions ALAS (4 letters), AHME (4 letters), OHWELL (6 letters) and SOITGOES (8 letters) are all expressions of resignation that are similar to the proverb. ALAS is an exclamation of sorrow or regret, AHME is an expression of surprise or dismay, OHWELL is an expression of resignation or indifference, and SOITGOES is an expression of acceptance or resignation. Together, these four words capture the sentiment of the proverb 'Such is Life'.