mantenerse a flote

(v.) = keep + Posesivo + head above the water, keep + the wolves from the door, stay + afloat, stay in + business

Ex. Librarians must help libraries keep their heads above water in a difficult economic climate.

Ex. Some can afford this as they are semi-retired or have other sources of income to keep the wolves from the door.

Ex. Record-high bank fees are making it harder for consumers to stay financially afloat.

Ex. The business of libraries is staying in business.

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(v.) = keep + Posesivo + head above the water, keep + the wolves from the door, stay + afloat, stay in + business

Ex: Librarians must help libraries keep their heads above water in a difficult economic climate.

Ex: Some can afford this as they are semi-retired or have other sources of income to keep the wolves from the door.

Ex: Record-high bank fees are making it harder for consumers to stay financially afloat.

Ex: The business of libraries is staying in business.