nose to the grindstone
The phrase "nose to the grindstone" is an idiomatic expression used to describe intense and focused work, often implying diligence and persistence.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)To work hard and diligently, often with intense focus and effort.
Example
- She kept her nose to the grindstone and finished the project ahead of schedule.
C1Work
(informal, idiomatic)To engage in continuous, strenuous work without taking breaks.
Example
- With his nose to the grindstone, he managed to complete the report in just two days.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "nose to the grindstone":
knuckle downgrit one's teethput in the workgrind downhard workon the nose