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Definition och Betydelse av "[bring] home the bacon"

to bring home the bacon
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to earn enough money to be able to pay for the necessities of life

to [bring] home the bacon definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "bring home the bacon" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "bring home the bacon" can be traced back to the medieval English fairs and festivals. During these events, there was a custom of organizing a game where a greased pig would be released, and participants would try to catch it. The winner, who could catch the pig and "bring it home," would be rewarded with the prize. Today, this idiom is used to describe the act of earning a living, providing for one's family, or being the primary source of income in a household.

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to manage to achieve one's desired goal

to [bring] home the bacon definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "bring home the bacon" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "bring home the bacon" is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century. It likely comes from the idea of a successful hunter bringing home a pig as a prize, symbolizing their ability to provide for their family. Over time, the phrase became more widely used to describe any situation where someone had achieved their desired goal or succeeded in a particular endeavor. It is used to describe a wide range of accomplishments, from winning a competition to achieving a long-term goal.

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Laura is determined to bring home the bacon and win the top prize in the competition.
As the sole breadwinner, John works hard to bring home the bacon for his family.
By the time he retired, Bob had brought home the bacon many times in his career and had become a respected leader in his field.
During the tough times, he was still bringing home the bacon to keep the family afloat.
Sarah is out there, bringing home the bacon by excelling in her career.
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