make a living

Idioms and Phrases

Earn enough to support oneself, as in Can he make a living as a freelance trumpeter? This term was first recorded in 1632.

Example Sentences

Alfie, who hopes make a living from woodworking when he is older, said he had big ambitions for his future.

From BBC

As Gianni soon discovers, Nino and his father make a living by setting off fireworks at village fairs.

From New York Times

The murdered teenager’s image is being projected from behind a window, alongside hundreds of young women who continue to make a living in this notoriously risky industry.

From BBC

Ms Roberts said it was an added pressure for small businesses like hers in Caernarfon, Gwynedd, when she was trying to make a living.

From BBC

Built to Spill or Guided by Voices, they seemed like they could make a living touring as an indie band, which is not really a thing anymore.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• back
• encourage
• finance
• fund
• maintain
• raise
• set up
• sponsor
• strengthen
• subsidize
• uphold