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13 Match the expressions with the correct definitions
Knuckle down – overwork
Pull one’s finger out – work as hard as one can
Break one’s back – work harder
Now put each of these expression into a space to compete the sentences below.
You need to __________________ and study more to pass you exam
He __________________ doing so much gardening at the weekend
I am going to _______________ and get everything done before lunch
Knuckle down – work as hard as one can
Pull one’s finger out – work harder
Break one’s back – overwork
Exercise 2
You need to pull your finger out and study more to pass you exam
He broke his back doing so much gardening at the weekend
I am going to knuckle down and get everything done before lunch