TO LIVE OFF
24 / 04 / 2013
TO LIVE OFF: meaning and examples
Good morning!
Today's expression is: to live off someone/something
It means: to survive; to depend on someone or something for food and shelter.
Example 1:
Neil is living off his parents until he can find a job and move out.
Example 2:
In the past people lived off the land. They were able to produce food to eat and sell for all of their needs.
Example 3:
We can't live off one salary in our house. Both my wife and I have to work.
Have a pleasant day!
Today's expression is: to live off someone/something
It means: to survive; to depend on someone or something for food and shelter.
Example 1:
Neil is living off his parents until he can find a job and move out.
Example 2:
In the past people lived off the land. They were able to produce food to eat and sell for all of their needs.
Example 3:
We can't live off one salary in our house. Both my wife and I have to work.
Have a pleasant day!
