Idiom Breakdown

put one's back into

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Definition

Synonym of strive: to apply oneself.

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Origins

From the literal action of straining with one's whole body to push a heavy object. Compare put one's shoulder to the wheel.

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In Context

"When he puts his back into the work, he gets quite a lot done."

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Also Said As

strive