eking
/ˈikɪŋ/
verb
- To obtain or achieve something with great effort, especially when resources are scarce.
- The farmer eked a living from the dry, rocky soil.
- She eked out a small profit by selling handmade crafts online.
- During the drought, the village eked enough water from the well to survive.
- To make something (such as a supply or resource) last longer by using it sparingly.
- He eked his monthly allowance by skipping unnecessary expenses.
- The hikers eked their water bottles to last the entire three-day trek.
- They eked out their food supplies until the rescue team arrived.