do without

Example Sentences

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The Angels’ offense, finishing with four hits, found a way to make do without solely relying on the long ball.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

Trump said the visiting royals "got me to do something that nobody else was able to do, without hardly even asking".

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Pouyanne said the world can't make do without these supplies and not suffer serious consequences.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

The best things in life are not always free, but there’s plenty you can do without conspicuous consumption.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

I don’t know what I’d do without you.

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott