How to pronounce “make short work of”

Meaning

• [Verb]
• (transitive, idiomatic) To do (a task) quicker or easier.
• (transitive, idiomatic) To deal with or overcome (someone or something) quickly and without difficulty.

Practice Nearby Words

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