Do without
/duː wɪˈðaʊt/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To manage to live or continue despite not having a particular thing.
- During the power outage, we had to do without lights for several hours.
- She learned to do without fancy gadgets when she moved to the small town.
- Farmers often have to do without rain for weeks during the dry season.
2. To endure the absence of something usually necessary or desired.
- I would love a cup of coffee, but I can do without it for now.
- My old car broke down, so I'll have to do without it until I can afford repairs.
- Many cultures do without modern amenities, living simpler lives.
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