Meaning of the word "eke out" in English
What does "eke out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
eke out
US /iːk/
UK /iːk/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to make a living with difficulty
Example:
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They managed to eke out a living from farming the barren land.
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With only a small pension, she had to eke out her existence.
2.
to make something last longer by using it carefully or sparingly
Example:
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We had to eke out our supplies until the rescue team arrived.
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She tried to eke out the remaining coffee for another week.
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