all work and no play

**All work and no play** makes Jack a dull boy.

Idiom Work

Meaning

a person who only works becomes dull and boring

All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.

To have a role or function in a situation; to contribute to something.

to perform tasks or duties to earn money or achieve goals

the whole quantity or extent of something; every one of something

used to give a negative response or to show disagreement

done secretly or dishonestly, often involving money

to secure something tightly in preparation for trouble

unable to speak because of surprise or shock

value for the money spent; a good deal

to avoid attracting attention; to stay calm and unnoticed

to trust that someone is telling the truth