work one's fingers to the bone
The phrase "work one's fingers to the bone" is an idiomatic expression that means to work extremely hard or exert oneself to the point of exhaustion or physical strain. It implies putting in great effort, often for a prolonged period, and suggests intense labor or manual work.
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