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Definition

To work exceptionally hard.

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In Context

  • "I've been busting my butt getting the tent fixed, while you're just sipping cocoa. Give me a hand."
  • "I have several friends who are public defenders. They are competent, hard working attorneys who bust their butts every day to give these people the best defense available at any price."
  • "Those flings, those strings you've got to cut / So get out on the streets, girls, and bust your butts"
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Also Said As

  • bust one's ass
  • bust one's neck
  • sweat blood