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getting by

VERB

manage, survive

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cope get along get on prosper subsist thrive

WEAK

contrive do do well enough exist fare flourish make ends meet make out muddle through shift succeed

Antonyms

STRONGEST

fail lose

Example Sentences

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Some Iranians have expressed worry the standoff could explode into fighting again, but for many their focus is on getting by each day.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

“Those who manage to buy cooking gas are getting by somewhat, but most have to use gas or charcoal. There’s no internet connection either.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

To be sure, people who earn much lower than average incomes are more likely to report having trouble getting by on their incomes.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 5, 2026

Thousands of teachers more “are barely getting by just above the median income, living paycheck to paycheck after decades working for the district,” the union statement said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 31, 2026

“The baby got the colic and passed right after we got here. It’s just me and Thomas right now. Were getting by, barely.”

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland