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Breadwinner

Definition

(informal) A person who earns the main income for their family or household, often implying a traditional or stereotypical role of a male provider.

Example Sentences

1As the sole breadwinner, she felt immense pressure to secure a well-paying job after her husband's injury.
2Is it fair to expect a single breadwinner to support an entire family on their own, without any external assistance?
3The traditional notion of a male breadwinner has been challenged by changing social norms and economic realities.
4After losing her job, she struggled to find a new position that would allow her to remain the primary breadwinner for her family.
5The report highlighted the growing number of female breadwinners in modern households, challenging the conventional gender roles.

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