breadline

Example Sentences

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But, unfortunately, people are living on the breadline and it is very difficult if you have three children and you are on a minimal income.

From BBC • Aug. 22, 2025

When the tour’s over, I’m back on the breadline, honey.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2024

The true number of people on the breadline may be much higher.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 18, 2023

Jonathan Bean, from Fuel Poverty Action, said unexpected deductions from people on the breadline risked sending them into "a cash flow crisis".

From BBC • Aug. 8, 2023

Legion's phrase about the benches in Union Park and the breadline stuck in his mind.

From Masterman and Son by Dawson, W. J. (William James)