在线吃土 (zài xiàn chī tǔ) — Eating dirt online

Literally 'eating dirt online', this phrase humorously refers to being broke or financially struggling, often due to spending too much on indulgences. It reflects the modern consumer lifestyle.

这几周我都在线吃土，不能再买东西了。

I've been eating dirt online these weeks; I can't buy anything anymore.

This term has become popular in discussions about budgeting and financial responsibility in online communities.

Category: daily-life