not living

Example Sentences

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He said he felt "disgusted, ashamed and completely alone", adding: "There are days when I feel like I am just surviving, not living."

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

The Fendons are not living large, and Debbie’s instincts are basically charitable.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026

These children are not living in a war zone overseas.

From Slate • Jan. 29, 2026

Many feel frustrated that they are not living the same American dream that their parents did, even though they feel they have worked as hard to earn it.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 10, 2026

Most of our teachers were not living in the camp.

From "Tasting the Sky" by Ibtisam Barakat