This phrase often implies strong, personal motivation, sometimes negative emotions like anger or rivalry.

Emotional Charge

Pay attention to context clues that suggest what exactly someone is determined to get or achieve. It specifies their goal.

Context Clues

Sometimes it can imply selfish or unethical motives, not just determination.

The phrase usually refers to a clear, often challenging, objective someone is aiming to accomplish.

Often portrays a positive or constructive effort towards achieving a specific task.

Implies a person will be gone for a certain activity but will return after a short period.

Commonly used in casual conversation rather than formal writing.

Often suggests leisure activities or break times when one is unavailable to work or respond.