make a living
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But after years of fighting for my own bylines, my ambition now was to help my students thrive, make a living and not repeat my mistakes.
From Salon ● Aug. 24, 2026
It’s getting tougher and tougher to make a living in animation, especially in Los Angeles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
Now imagine you’re a stock or commodities trader who relies on high-speed deals to make a living.
From Slate ● Aug. 3, 2026
"Financially I don't need this job to make a living, but I love the vibe of the work and it keeps me fit," said the Global Times report.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
He found quite soon that even if he had ten thousand acres of hill country he could not make a living on the bony soil without water.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
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