livelihood
noun
a means of supporting one's existence, especially financially or vocationally; living.
livelihoods
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pluralof livelihood.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"A disaster originating in one part of the Himalayan region can have consequences far beyond national boundaries, affecting river systems, ecosystems, livelihoods and communities across South Asia."
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
With the decline of logging and cannabis as livelihoods, they see income from tourists attracted by ultramarathons, mushroom foraging and other outdoor activities as a financial savior.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
People whose livelihoods, traditions and cultural identities are closely tied to the ocean can experience significant emotional stress as familiar environments deteriorate.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 11, 2026
Instead of fighting the erosion, villagers have introduced their own mitigating measures to give their properties and livelihoods a better chance against the inevitable.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
In the century following the death of Dufay, life for composers whose livelihoods depended on the Church was to become both dangerous and unpredictable.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
