Get by

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Financial Sufficiency

Describes minimal survival without extra money or resources.

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He earns just enough to get by.

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Not Thriving

Implies not living comfortably, but rather, meeting just the basic needs.

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She's getting by, but can't afford any luxuries.

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Resourcefulness

Suggests using what you have in a smart way to survive.

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They find ways to get by despite the hardships.

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