Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hack it

Phrase
/hæk ɪt/
Definition
To manage to do something, especially in a way that is considered satisfactory or acceptable.
Examples
  • After a tough week, I finally figured out how to hack it at work despite all the challenges.
  • She was unsure if she could hack it in such a competitive environment, but she gave it her best effort.
Meaning
To cope or succeed in a given situation, often with a sense of struggling.
Synonyms
  • Manage
  • Cope
  • Handle
  • Get by