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JAMB Use of English 1992 Question 43

Question 43

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) in italics: He works long hours collecting trash to eke out a livelihood

  1. A.try a living
  2. B.struggle for a living
  3. C.make a living
  4. D.carve out a living
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (make a living)

Explanation

To eke out a livelihood means to manage to make a living with difficulty; 'make a living' is the closest standard expression.