Meaning of the word "hammer away" in English
What does "hammer away" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hammer away
US /ˈhæmər əˈweɪ/
UK /ˈhæmər əˈweɪ/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to work hard and continuously at something, especially a task or problem
Example:
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We need to hammer away at this problem until we find a solution.
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She's been hammering away at her novel for months.
2.
to repeatedly emphasize a point or idea
Example:
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The politician kept hammering away at the need for economic reform.
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The teacher had to hammer away at the grammar rules until the students understood.
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