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to make (both) ends meet
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to make enough money to pay for one's basic needs
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What is the origin of the idiom "make ends meet" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "make ends meet" is uncertain, but it dates back to at least the 17th century and is thought to have originated from accounting or financial terminology. It is used to describe the act of managing one's finances in a way that allows them to cover all their expenses with their available income, without going into debt or experiencing financial hardship.
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Despite his once prosperous background, he fell on hard times and was now out at the elbows, struggling to make ends meet.
Many people struggle to make ends meet on minimum wage alone.
Despite having a job, she still falls below the breadline and struggles to make ends meet.
The young man from a wealthy family was able to get into a prestigious university and receive job offers from top companies, while his less fortunate peers struggled to make ends meet.
Although they struggled to make ends meet, the Johnsons took pride in their children's academic achievements and aspirations.
