Phrase guide

daily grind

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The difficult, routine, or monotonous tasks of daily work.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic, informal

Examples

  • As soon as he has the money to retire, he plans to leave the daily grind and travel more.

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Antonyms: none provided

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