Meaning of the word "buckle down" in English

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buckle down

US /ˈbʌk.əl daʊn/
UK /ˈbʌk.əl daʊn/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to start working seriously and with determination

Example:
It's time to buckle down and finish this project.
If you want to pass the exam, you need to buckle down and study.
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