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chip away at

Idiom Effort and Determination

Meaning

to gradually work on something to achieve a result

Example Sentences

"She chipped away at her thesis every evening until it was finished."

Related Expressions

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Don’t lose hope until the end.

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hold the reins

to be in control of something or in charge of a situation

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To be born into a wealthy family.

carry the weight of the world on one's shoulders

to feel responsible for many problems or duties