Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
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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"
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.