What is another word for lived off of?
Pronunciation: [lˈɪvd ˈɒf ɒv] (IPA) 
There are various synonyms for the phrase "lived off of." One of them is "survived on." The term "made do with" also signifies living, or sustaining oneself, on limited resources. Another synonym for the phrase is "subsisted on," indicating dependance on minimal means. "Depended on" is also used as a substitute for "lived off of," conveying the idea of relying on others for support. "Managed with" is another synonym, which implies struggling to survive but finding a way to make it work. All of these synonyms offer different connotations, but all connote a life of hardship and reliance upon minimal resources.
