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What does What does the "live by" means ? the basic meaning seems like "rely on sth. for living" , however , in some specific circumstance , it seems like means "obey". such as the phrase "live by the commitments". i am a bit confused, is that a derived meaning ? mean?
What does What does the "live by" means ? the basic meaning seems like "rely on sth. for living" , however , in some specific circumstance , it seems like means "obey". such as the phrase "live by the commitments". i am a bit confused, is that a derived meaning ? mean?
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It can mean a couple of different things. To live by a code or a principle neans to live in a way that obeys that code or exemplifies that principle. To live by an ability or a thing is to use that ability or thing to help you survive. You see this in sayings such as "to live by one's wits" and "he who lives by the sword will die by the sword."
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