hack it
The phrase "hack it" is often used informally to describe someone's ability to manage or succeed in difficult situations.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)To cope with or be successful in a challenging situation.
Example
- She couldn't hack it in the high-pressure environment of the finance industry.
- Despite the tough conditions, he managed to hack it and complete the project.
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)To tolerate or endure something difficult or unpleasant.
Example
- He couldn't hack it and decided to quit the job.
- Living in the city is tough, but she can hack it.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hack it":
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