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What does "bread and butter" mean?

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bread and butter

Definition:

someone's livelihood or income, or something that usually works well

Usage:

informal, conversational

Sample Dialogue:

A: The team runs the same play every time. Why don't they try something new?
B: They have to stick with what works.
A: That play is their bread and butter.





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