Hard Idioms
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Meaning: To work extremely hard, often for long hours and without complaining.
Example: Mike had to work like a dog to finish the project before the deadline, staying late every night. Read more ➺
Meaning: Very tough, strong, and resilient.
Example: The boxer is as hard as nails, never showing weakness in the ring. Read more ➺
Meaning: Significant effort or hard work, especially in challenging tasks.
Example: She's already done the hard yards to establish her business. Read more ➺
Meaning: Return to hard, unpleasant, or routine work after a break or leisure.
Example: After the weekend getaway, it's time to back to the salt mines. Read more ➺
Meaning: Refers to an animal used to carry loads or perform heavy labor, such as a donkey, mule, or ox.
Example: The donkey served as a beast of burden, hauling sacks of grain up the steep hill. Read more ➺
Meaning: Official Release: A full-scale public launch of a product or service with extensive marketing.
Example: The company scheduled a hard launch for its new smartphone next month. Read more ➺
Meaning: Begin to work or study hard, especially after a period of not doing much.
Example: With exams approaching, it's time to knuckle down and study. Read more ➺
Meaning: To wake up and begin working hard towards one’s goals.
Example: She lives by the principle to rise and grind every day to achieve her dreams. Read more ➺
Meaning: Refers to rules or standards that are strictly defined, fixed, and not open to interpretation or flexibility.
Example: The company's policies are hard and fast, leaving no room for exceptions. Read more ➺
Meaning: in need of money or experiencing financial difficulties.
Example: After losing his job, he found himself hard up and unable to pay the bills. Read more ➺
