To apply oneself; to exert a directed effort.
apply oneself
Synonym of strive: to work hard, to complete an activity with good eff…
buckle to
Synonym of buckle down (“to apply oneself to study, or a task or work;…
buckle down
To apply oneself to study, or a task or work; to focus on or take a se…
put one's back into
Synonym of strive: to apply oneself.
get down to business
To commit oneself to a task or activity that is employment-related or …
whip into shape
To exert considerable effort to change something or someone into a des…