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Verb break one's back has 1 sense
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Definitions from the Webbreak one's backDefinitionPart of Speech: Idiom Meaning: To work extremely hard; to exert immense effort or strain to achieve something. UsageSense 1: Popular Usage He broke his back to finish the project before the deadline. No matter how much she breaks her back, she never gets the recognition she deserves. They are breaking their backs to make ends meet. Sense 2: Local Usage In our local community, people break their backs to support each other during difficult times. I had to break my back to get a good grade in that class. Everyone in the small town is breaking their backs to rebuild after the storm. Related Products on AmazonFind related products on Amazon: | ||||
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