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like a dog

to go to (great) pains to do something

to pound the pavement

to work one's fingers to the bone

to hit the books

to put salt on the tail of somebody or something

to not do things by halves

to explore all avenues

to rise to the occasion

like a dog

短语

/lˈaɪk ɐ dˈɑːɡ/

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in a manner that requires a lot of effort

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I've been working like a dog recently.

to [go to|take] (great|) pains {to do sth}

to go to (great) pains to do something

短语

/ɡˌoʊ tə tˈeɪk ɡɹˈeɪt pˈeɪnz tə dˈuː ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/

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to put a lot of care and effort into doing something

to pound the pavement

短语

/pˈaʊnd ðə pˈeɪvmənt/

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to actively and tirelessly search for employment or other opportunities

What is the origin of the idiom "pound the pavement" and when to use it?

The phrase "pound the pavement" originated from the literal action of pounding or walking heavily on the pavement or sidewalk while searching for employment. It emerged in the early 20th century and became a metaphorical expression for actively seeking work or engaging in job search activities that require physical presence and effort. This idiom is commonly used in the context of job searching or pursuing opportunities. It is employed when individuals actively engage in physical efforts to find employment, such as walking from business to business, distributing resumes, submitting job applications in person, or conducting face-to-face networking.