English · Phrasal verb Attested

plug away

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To persist or continue, as with an effort.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Tiếp tục cố gắng

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Where it’s used: Used American English

He kept plugging away at the work until it was done.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “plug away” mean?

To persist or continue, as with an effort.

Is “plug away” formal or informal?

plug away is generally informal.

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