work overtime
idiom
: to spend time working at one's job in addition to one's normal working hours
—often used figuratively
Her imagination was working overtime.
He's been working overtime around the house to please his wife.
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This fall, sport yours from Pixie Market with a pointed-toe, knee-high boot or glossy smoking loafer, the sleek staple promises to work overtime both on and off the clock.
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Laura Jackson, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2024
The pressure to work overtime may exacerbate the economic divide between hourly and salaried employees.
—Andrew Leahey, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024
The cast and crew had to work overtime to retain the loyal following Buffy had built up over five years.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 11 Sep. 2024
Both work overtime to boost the shine of your strands, prevent environmental damage, and improve malleability.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 8 Aug. 2024
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Laura Jackson, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2024
The pressure to work overtime may exacerbate the economic divide between hourly and salaried employees.
—Andrew Leahey, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024
The cast and crew had to work overtime to retain the loyal following Buffy had built up over five years.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 11 Sep. 2024
Both work overtime to boost the shine of your strands, prevent environmental damage, and improve malleability.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 8 Aug. 2024
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“Work overtime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20overtime. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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