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the grind

What does the grind mean?

The exhausting, repetitive daily effort of working hard, often over a long period, toward a goal. To 'be on the grind' is to be hustling relentlessly.

"Two jobs and night classes; she's on the grind until the degree pays off."

Origin

'Grind' meaning hard, wearing labor dates to the 19th century; central to modern hustle-culture vocabulary.

Frequently asked questions

What does the grind mean?
The exhausting, repetitive daily effort of working hard over time toward a goal.
What does it mean to be on the grind?
To be hustling relentlessly, putting in constant hard work toward something.
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