make it do or do without
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Meaning · English
If you don't have a lot of money, extend the life of what you have.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Nếu không có nhiều tiền, hãy tận dụng những gì bạn có
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Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “make it do or do without” mean?
If you don't have a lot of money, extend the life of what you have.
Is “make it do or do without” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.