phrasal verb 'work away'
Phrasal verbMain meaning
work away
[wɜːrk əˈweɪ]
to keep working continuously

Other meanings

  • to gradually achieve or complete something through steady effort

Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "work away"

  • She sat at her desk and worked away at the report all afternoon.
  • He’s been working away at improving his English pronunciation.
  • The team kept working away, despite the rain.

Features of Using "work away"

Separability:Inseparable Transitivity:Intransitive Level:B1 Particle:away

This phrasal verb emphasizes persistence and steady activity. It suggests someone is absorbed in a task, focusing and not stopping, often over an extended period.