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living

Pronunciation: [/ˈlɪvɪŋ/]

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living: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use living in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “general”

(adjective) when something is alive and not dead. For example, animals, plants, and also people are living beings.

Example

The butterfly is a living creature that flies around in the garden.

Example

The tree stump is not living anymore; it has stopped growing.

Example

Is the fish in the aquarium living or just a toy?

Context: “general”

(noun) the state of being alive or the way someone earns money to support themselves. Living can mean both being alive and the way someone makes a living.

Example

His artwork brings in enough money for his living expenses.

Example

The poor living conditions in the village make it hard for people to survive.

Example

What kind of job can you do to earn a living?

Context: “general”

(verb) to be alive, continue to exist, or to make enough money to support oneself. Living can mean staying alive or making a living.

Example

She is living a healthy lifestyle by eating well and exercising regularly.

Example

The old abandoned house looks like no one has been living in it for years.

Example

How long have you been living in this city?

How to pronounce living

Pronunciation: [/ˈlɪvɪŋ/]

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