bring home the bacon

(verb) attain success or reach a desired goal. Synonyms: succeed, win, come through, bring home the bacon, deliver the goods. Examples: "The enterprise succeeded." "We succeeded in getting tickets to the show." "She struggled to overcome her handicap and won."

(verb) supply means of subsistence; earn a living. Synonyms: provide, bring home the bacon. Examples: "He provides for his large family by working three jobs." "Women nowadays not only take care of the household but also bring home the bacon."