Base verb
Phrasal verbs with live
The verb live combines with 7 particles to form everyday phrasal verbs. Each particle steers the meaning in its own direction — here they are with clear definitions and examples, so you can see the whole family at once.
7 phrasal verbs · 8 meanings
live by
1 sense- Live according to a rule or principle
live in
1 sense- Live at the place where you work
live off
1 sense- Survive on a particular source of money or food
live on
1 sense- Continue to exist after a loss
live through
1 sense- Survive an event or period
live up
1 sense- Match a particular standard or expectation (live up to)
live with
2 senses- Share a home with someone
- Accept an unpleasant situation because it cannot be changed
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