work nonstop

/wɜːrk nɒnˈstɒp/
phraseIntermediate
informal

to work continuously without taking breaks or stopping

The team worked nonstop during the project launch.

The team worked continuously without breaks during the project launch.

He worked nonstop all weekend to finish the report.

He worked continuously without breaks all weekend to finish the report.

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Often used to describe intense or prolonged work periods.

Collocations

work nonstopto work continuously without breaks

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Related Phrases

work around the clockphrase
to work continuously for 24 hours
work overtimephrase
to work beyond regular hours

💡Pro Tip

Usage Context

Use 'work nonstop' to emphasize continuous effort, often in professional or demanding situations.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

While 'work nonstop' is useful, avoid overusing it in formal writing; opt for 'work continuously' instead.

📖Word Origin

Combination of 'work' (to perform labor) and 'nonstop' (without interruption).

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in informal contexts to describe intense or prolonged work periods. Can imply dedication or exhaustion depending on context.

Word Breakdown

work
to perform labor or a task
root
+
nonstop
without interruption or breaks
adverb
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