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UK//jʊ rʌn jɔːr æs ɒf//US//ju rʌn jʊr æs ɔf//

Meaning of You run your ass off

You work very hard or put in a lot of effort.

In simple words: You work very hard.

You run your ass off in a sentence

  • I really need to run my ass off to finish this project on time.
  • She ran her ass off preparing for the big presentation.
  • If you want to succeed, you've got to run your ass off every day.
  • They ran their asses off during the busy holiday season.
  • To meet the deadline, we all had to run our asses off.

How to use You run your ass off

This phrase is very casual and more suitable in informal settings, like conversations with friends. It's not appropriate in formal writing or professional environments.

Grammar pattern

run + object

Memory hint

Imagine someone running a marathon with a big sign saying 'Work Hard!' on their back.

Related words

Collocations with You run your ass off

  • run your ass off
  • work your ass off
  • hustle your ass off
  • try your ass off
  • put your ass on the line

Synonyms for You run your ass off

Common mistakes with You run your ass off

  • Misusing in formal contexts where 'work hard' is better
  • Confusing with 'run' in the physical sense
  • Omitting 'your ass off' and saying just 'run hard'

Compare You run your ass off with Strive, Labor

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Frequently asked questions about You run your ass off

What does You run your ass off mean?

You work very hard.

What is the definition of You run your ass off?

You work very hard or put in a lot of effort.

How do you use You run your ass off in a sentence?

I really need to run my ass off to finish this project on time.

Can you give another example of You run your ass off?

She ran her ass off preparing for the big presentation.

What are synonyms for You run your ass off?

Common alternatives include work hard, put in effort, strive, hustle, labor.

What words go with You run your ass off?

It commonly pairs with run your ass off, work your ass off, hustle your ass off, try your ass off, put your ass on the line.

What are common mistakes when using You run your ass off?

Misusing in formal contexts where 'work hard' is better Confusing with 'run' in the physical sense Omitting 'your ass off' and saying just 'run hard'

How do you pronounce You run your ass off?

US: //ju rʌn jʊr æs ɔf//, UK: //jʊ rʌn jɔːr æs ɒf//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is You run your ass off formal or informal?

"You run your ass off" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use You run your ass off?

This phrase is very casual and more suitable in informal settings, like conversations with friends. It's not appropriate in formal writing or professional environments.