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Work your arse off

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Originally British English, may not be well understood in countries where British slang is not common. SlideHe's from the UK and says he 'works his arse off' all the time.
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Very casual, best used with friends or in informal settings, not in formal or professional contexts. SlideWhenever we hang out, she always mentions how she 'works her arse off'.
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Expresses strong feelings, usually pride or frustration, about the hard work being done. SlideAfter the long week, he exclaimed, 'I've been working my arse off!'