make a living

Frequency: 9.391.7 per million words

to get money for the things you need in life by working

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Examples (10)

  • He makes a good living as a builder.
  • Many artists struggle to make a living from their craft.
  • She hopes to make her living by writing novels.
  • It's becoming harder for young people to make a decent living in the city.
  • What do you make for a living?
  • He has always wanted to make a living doing something he loves.
  • They managed to make a modest living selling handmade jewelry.
  • With dedication, anyone can make a good living in this industry.
  • He never thought he'd make a living out of playing video games.
  • Despite the challenges, she is determined to make a living as a freelance photographer.