buckle down
US /ˈbʌk.əl daʊn/
UK /ˈbʌk.əl daʊn/

1.
ponerse manos a la obra, aplicarse
to start working seriously and with determination
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It's time to buckle down and finish this project.
Es hora de ponerse manos a la obra y terminar este proyecto.
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If you want to pass the exam, you need to buckle down and study.
Si quieres aprobar el examen, necesitas aplicarte y estudiar.