Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
buckle-down
phrasal verb
/ˈbʌk.əl daʊn/
Definition
To begin to work seriously and concentrate on a task.
Examples
- After a long break, he finally decided to buckle-down and finish his thesis.
- It’s time to buckle-down and study for your exams.
- She knew she had to buckle-down if she wanted to complete the project on time.
Meaning
Buckle-down refers to the action of committing oneself fully to a project or task, often when one has been procrastinating or is faced with a deadline.
Synonyms
- get serious
- get to work
- apply oneself
- focus
