breadline
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Yip Harburg and Jay Gorney conceived “Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?” for the breadline scene in the 1932 revue “Americana,” where it was sung by Rex Weber.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026
When the tour’s over, I’m back on the breadline, honey.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2024
Michelle was inspired to launch the project because of her own experience living on the breadline.
From BBC ● Mar. 21, 2024
The true number of people on the breadline may be much higher.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 18, 2023
It seemed brutal to be wading into the bill of fare with poor old Bicky headed for the breadline.
From My Man Jeeves by P. G. (Pelham Grenville) Wodehouse
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