Work your way through something

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To gradually deal with or overcome an obstacle, challenge or a complex task.

She had to work her way through a dense bureaucratic system to get her visa.
Visual representation of "work your way through something" - To gradually deal with or overcome an obstacle, challenge or a complex task.

Often appears as...

  • work your way through college
  • work your way through problems
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Gradual Process

Think of this phrase as taking slow steps to solve a big or complicated problem.

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After his injury, he worked his way through his recovery exercises.
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Mental Effort

Using the phrase implies mental or physical effort to overcome challenges.

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She worked her way through all the puzzles in the game.
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Obstacle Focused

The context often involves personal growth or achievement despite obstacles.

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He worked his way through his fear of public speaking.
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