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The phrase "a living for" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to the act of earning a livelihood or income through a specific job or activity.
Example: "She has always wanted to make a living for herself as an artist."
Alternatives: "earning a living from" or "making a livelihood through".
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Wood, who lives in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., has played golf for a living for 14 years.
But is there a living for him?
You play chess for a living, for crying out loud.
I'm happy trying to make a living for them.
These networks create a living for many thousands of people.There are few alternatives.
"Women are tired of having to make a living for themselves, doing everything for themselves".
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This book marketing is what I do for a living -- for myself, for my clients.
However, some TBAs continue to practice for a living or for traditional, cultural and financial reasons.
It was a nice living for a girl in 1941.
Some may be lucky enough to earn a nice living for a couple of seasons.
They may yet provide a better living for a larger variety of musicians.
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