谋生 (móu shēng): to seek one's livelihood; to work to support oneself; to earn a living

At eighteen, he left his hometown to work in the city and earn a living.

Because it's hard to find work in their hometown, many young people have no choice but to go elsewhere to make a living.

The fishermen go out to sea before dawn every day, making their living from this sea.

To make a living, she works as a waitress at a restaurant during the day and also takes a part-time job at a convenience store at night.

After graduating from university, he makes a living by teaching Chinese to foreigners. Although the income isn't high, he really likes this job.