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Synonyms for break the back of

6 synonyms

verb

Most common

try slave break one's neck strive buckle down knuckle down

All synonyms

Verb

try, slave, break one's neck, strive, buckle down, knuckle down

Definitions

v. 1
To complete the greater part of (a project) or solve the most critical part of (a problem).
I've broken the back of painting the shed – I'll finish it after lunch.

Related words

Other spellings: break one's back

Example sentences

try The wholesalers might try to back out of the deal.
slave Marriage is slavery. I'd prefer not to be a slave.
strive Do you strive to be the best version of yourself?

By length

3 letters: try¹
5 letters: slave¹
6 letters: strive¹