Meaning of the word "keep your nose to the grindstone" in English
What does "keep your nose to the grindstone" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
keep your nose to the grindstone
US /kiːp jʊər noʊz tə ðə ˈɡraɪndˌstoʊn/
UK /kiːp jʊər noʊz tə ðə ˈɡraɪndˌstoʊn/
Idiom
1.
to work hard and continuously at a task
Example:
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If you want to succeed, you need to keep your nose to the grindstone.
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She's been keeping her nose to the grindstone all semester to get good grades.
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