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to work like a horse
[work] like a (beaver|slave)[work] like [horse|dog|slave]to work like a horse
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to work exceptionally hard
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Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "work like a horse" and when to use it?
The phrase "work like a horse" is believed to have originated in the 17th century, and it is a reference to the hard work and endurance of horses, which were commonly used as draft animals during that time. It is used to describe someone who works very hard, often for long hours and with great dedication. It can be used in both personal and professional contexts.
Examples
She worked like a trojan to get her degree, studying late into the night and on weekends.
She's been working like a beaver to get her startup off the ground, putting in long hours and sacrificing her weekends.
