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4 phrases · 5 example sentences each · See how each phrase is used across different real-world contexts.
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make a living
Example Sentences
- ◆Doing what you love and making a living from it is rarer than most people think.General
- ◆How does he actually make a living? I've never really understood what he does.Casual
- ◆The documentary followed street artists trying to make a living in an increasingly expensive city.News
- ◆The company helps creative professionals build the skills they need to make a living from their work.Professional
- ◆Many of the workers here are making a living doing jobs that most people never think about.Workplace
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have potential
Example Sentences
- ◆Everyone has potential — the difference is whether they choose to develop it.General
- ◆I think you really have potential — you just need to believe in yourself a bit more.Casual
- ◆Analysts say the region has enormous potential as a destination for green energy investment.News
- ◆The recruiter noted that the candidate had potential but lacked the experience required for the role.Professional
- ◆The new recruit has a lot of potential — with the right mentoring, she could go far.Workplace
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have access to
Example Sentences
- ◆Not everyone has access to the same opportunities, and that inequality matters.General
- ◆Do you have access to the shared drive, or do I need to send you the file directly?Casual
- ◆Millions of people in the region still do not have access to clean drinking water.News
- ◆All senior staff have access to the full client database through the secure portal.Professional
- ◆Only authorized personnel have access to the storage area on the second floor.Workplace
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have a tendency to
Example Sentences
- ◆He has a tendency to overthink things, which sometimes gets in the way of just getting started.General
- ◆You have a tendency to say yes to everything — it's okay to say no sometimes.Casual
- ◆The report noted that the agency had a tendency to prioritize speed over thoroughness.News
- ◆New managers often have a tendency to micromanage before they develop trust in their team.Professional
- ◆The machine has a tendency to overheat if it runs continuously for more than four hours.Workplace
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make the most of something
- ◆You only get one shot at this — make the most of the opportunity while it's in front of you.General
- ◆The internship is only three months, so make the most of every day and every conversation.Professional