Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
break-one's-neck
idiom
/breɪk wʌnz nɛk/
Definition
To exert oneself to the utmost to achieve something or to hurry.
Examples
- She was breaking her neck to finish the report before the deadline.
- He didn’t want to break his neck trying to get to the meeting on time.
- They were breaking their necks to promote the new product.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to describe someone who is doing everything possible to reach a goal, typically in a fast-paced or frantic manner.
Synonyms
- Hurry
- Rush
- Strive
- Strain
