To the bone

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adverb

Completely, or all the way through.

He worked hard to the bone to provide for his family.
Visual representation of "to the bone" - Completely, or all the way through.

Often appears as...

  • worked to the bone
  • wet to the bone

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Hard Work

Expresses extreme effort or dedication.

Illustration for Hard Work
Nurses often work to the bone to care for their patients.
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Intensity Emphasis

Highlights the strength or depth of an action or situation.

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She studied to the bone for her finals.
Visual representation of the word "To the bone"

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