burning the midnight oil
The phrase "burning the midnight oil" means to work or study late into the night or to stay awake and work diligently well past normal sleeping hours. It often implies putting in extra effort or staying up late to complete a task or meet a deadline. The phrase originated from the literal act of burning oil in lamps to extend the length of time one could work or study during the night.
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