Go without

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verb

To live or survive without something that is normally or usually used or important.

John had to go without a car for a few months after his broke down unexpectedly.
Visual representation of "go without" - To live or survive without something that is normally or usually used or important.

Often appears as...

  • go without food
  • go without water
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Essential Necessities

The phrase often refers to surviving without basic needs or items typically taken for granted.

Illustration for Essential Necessities
During the power outage, residents had to go without heat and light.
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Temporary Situation

The phrase implies a temporary period rather than a permanent state.

Illustration for Temporary Situation
She's going without her phone until it's fixed.
Visual representation of the word "Go without"

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