
Live off the land
Lifestyle Choice
The phrase often suggests a deliberate, self-sufficient lifestyle, not just temporary survival.
He turned down city life to live off the land and grow organic vegetables.
Back to Nature
It implies a close connection with nature and often an eco-friendly approach.
She dreamt of living off the land, surrounded by nature, not concrete.
Not by Choice
Sometimes it describes necessity rather than choice, due to economic reasons.
After losing his job, Mike began to live off the land at his family’s old farm.