struggling existence
[ˈstrʌɡəlɪŋ ɪɡˈzɪstəns]
noun phrasepl: struggling existences
existência difícil
1. a way of life characterized by constant difficulty, hardship, and effort to survive or achieve basic needs
After losing his job, he faced a struggling existence trying to pay rent and feed his family.
Depois de perder o emprego, ele enfrentou uma existência difícil tentando pagar o aluguel e alimentar sua família.
2. a precarious or unstable condition of living with limited resources and persistent challenges
The refugees endured a struggling existence in the temporary camps.
Os refugiados suportaram uma existência difícil nos acampamentos temporários.
This phrase is commonly used in both American and Brazilian contexts to describe socioeconomic challenges. In Brazil, it often reflects discussions about inequality and social mobility, while in the USA it frequently appears in narratives about bootstrapping and personal resilience. The concept resonates strongly in both cultures' literary and social discourse.
NYC Slang
grinding it out, hustle life, barely making it
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