Break the back of (something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "break the back of (something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-09-04 08:09

Meaning of Break the back of (something)

Break the back of (something) verb phrase

To complete the main or worst part of something

We've broken the back of the project. Things are gonna be easy from now on.

You should not break the back of the test first, otherwise you may end up running out of time without answering easy questions.

To end or stop something; to destroy it completely

Actions has recently been taken to break the back of the smuggling of drugs into the country.

The police broke the back of many crime activities in the city.

Grammar and Usage of Break the back of (something)

Verb Forms

  • breaking the back of (something)
  • broke the back of (something)
  • broken the back of (something)

The verb "break" must be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Break the back of (something)

The origin of this phrase is not clear. 

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