Both ends meet meaning
What does the saying 'Both ends meet' mean?
Idiom: Both ends meet
Meaning:
If you make both ends meet, you live off the money you earn and don't go into debt.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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