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side hustle
What does side hustle mean?
A small business or freelance project run in spare time.
"Everyone's got a side hustle these days."
Origin
American business slang that boomed in the 2010s gig economy, describing a secondary income stream beside a main job.
Frequently asked questions
What does side hustle mean?
A side hustle is a money-making gig you do alongside your main job.
What's an example of a side hustle?
Things like freelancing, reselling, or selling crafts on top of a day job.
What does side hustle mean on TikTok?
On TikTok side hustle refers to extra income ideas people share and promote.
Is a side hustle the same as a job?
It's a secondary, often flexible income source, not your primary employment.
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