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  1. 28-Aug-2009, 06:12 #1
    Rita Lee
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    What does "it pays the bills" mean?
  2. 28-Aug-2009, 06:34 #2
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    Default Re: What does "it pays the bills" mean?

    Dear Rita:

    Quote Originally Posted by Rita Lee View Post
    What does "it pays the bills" mean?
    Unless there is some special context, it means 'by means of this, I am able to earn a living.'

    'I don't much enjoy my job as a coal miner/pole dancer/bear wrestler/etc., but it pays the bills.'

    I hope this is helpful,

    Petra
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