“Make ends meet”

Definition

To manage financially; have enough money to live.

Examples

Examples

“It’s hard to make ends meet with rising prices.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Make ends meet" mean?
"Make ends meet" means to manage financially; have enough money to live..
How do you use "Make ends meet" in a sentence?
Example: "It’s hard to make ends meet with rising prices."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Make ends meet"?
Сводить концы с концами. / Ծայրերը ծայրին հասցնել, հազիվ բավարարել ծախսերը։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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