the act of searching or gathering food, resources, or provisions in the natural environment, typically done by animals
capable of providing everything that one needs, particularly food, without any help from others
a piece of furniture or equipment that is sold in parts and is delivered to the buyer in a box so that they can put it together and then use it
a production process where a product is put together in a step-by-step manner by different people or machines, each responsible for a specific task
An assembly line is a production method where a product is created step by step as it moves along a conveyor or through a series of workstations. Each worker or machine performs a specific task at each stage, and the product is gradually built up. This method is used in many industries to produce goods quickly and efficiently, allowing for mass production. The process is designed to make manufacturing faster, reduce labor costs, and improve consistency and quality in the final product.
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an impractical or impossible idea, plan, or wish
The idiom "pipe dream" originated in the early 20th century and was originally associated with the idea of hallucinations experienced by smokers of opium pipes, leading to unrealistic visions. Over time, it evolved to describe any impractical or unattainable vision or plan.
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to spend a lot of money on fancy or unnecessary things
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to spend in a way that exceeds one's income
The origin of the phrase "live beyond one's means" is not specific, but it is a reflection of the idea that individuals should only spend as much as they can afford, based on their income and resources. This idiom is used to describe a lifestyle where a person spends more money than their income can comfortably support, leading to financial difficulties or debt.
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to make enough money to pay for one's basic needs
The origin of the idiom "make ends meet" is uncertain, but it dates back to at least the 17th century and is thought to have originated from accounting or financial terminology. It is used to describe the act of managing one's finances in a way that allows them to cover all their expenses with their available income, without going into debt or experiencing financial hardship.
to slowly and carelessly waste or use up something, such as time, money, resources, or opportunities
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suffering from extreme deprivation
to waste or misuse something valuable, such as money, time, or opportunities
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a permanent instruction or procedure that remains in effect until it is altered or terminated
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a form of insurance that offers financial protection to individuals or businesses against legal obligations and expenses resulting from injuries, damages, or losses caused to others
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a bank account that allows frequent deposits and withdrawals, typically using checks, with no prior notice required
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covering or including all aspects of something
a person or entity that is not directly involved in a particular transaction or agreement, but may have legal rights or obligations related to it
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having a limited amount of something, especially of money
the income level below which a person is considered to be living in poverty or experiencing financial hardship
The idiom "the breadline" originated in the early 20th century during the Great Depression, which began in 1929 and lasted for several years. This phrase is used to describe the income level or economic threshold below which a person or family is considered to be living in poverty and experiencing financial hardship.
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