“Bring home the bacon”

Definition

To earn money to support yourself or your family.

Examples

Examples

“She works two jobs to bring home the bacon.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Bring home the bacon" mean?
"Bring home the bacon" means to earn money to support yourself or your family..
How do you use "Bring home the bacon" in a sentence?
Example: "She works two jobs to bring home the bacon."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Bring home the bacon"?
Зарабатывать деньги, чтобы содержать себя или семью. / Աշխատելով գումար վաստակել ընտանիքը պահելու համար։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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