earn a living

idiom

: to earn the money needed for food, clothing, etc.
She's just trying to earn a living.

Examples of earn a living in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Without a viable middle class of writers who can earn a living wage while developing their skills, the industry risks losing diverse voices and innovative storytelling approaches. Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2025 No place is more emblematic of these problems than LAX, one of the busiest airports in the world but one of the most difficult places for gig workers to earn a living. Eli Tan, New York Times, 14 May 2025 In today’s fast-paced, digitally connected world, work has become more than just a place to earn a living. Tina Gada, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025 Solutions for Better Regulation and Better Boards Allensworth offers solutions that should be considered by state lawmakers looking to protect the public and free people in their states to earn a living. Andrew Wimer, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for earn a living

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Earn a living.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earn%20a%20living. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!