to make ends meet

It means to be able to pay all of your expenses.

In order for my family to make ends meet, my daughter started babysitting.

by Brazidas December 21, 2016

make ends meet

Also "make both ands meet". To earn just enough money to be able to buy the things you need.

Many families struggle to make ends meet these days.

by Wildflower87 March 08, 2009