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Definition

To have employment which provides remuneration to satisfy the basic needs of oneself and one's family.

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In Context

  • "It's just that I think I'm going to lose my job at the studio and am damned scared of not being able to bring home the bacon."
  • "No one brought home the bacon better than Stevens."
  • "I have to say I like being the man, bringing home the bacon."
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