work back
to work overtime; to make up time off by working overtime; to work beyond a specific shift.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“I have to work back tonight to finish this report.”
“Because I took a long lunch break today, I need to work back until seven to finish my tasks.”
“The team agreed to work back throughout the weekend to ensure the project met its critical deadline before the quarterly review.”
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all the way to Egery and back
The long way; a roundabout route; a long distance to travel.
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back down
To take a less aggressive position in a conflict than one previously had, or has planned to have.
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back forty
The most remote or inaccessible part of any place.
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back gammon player
A person, chiefly a homosexual, who has anal sex.
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back in the game
Having recovered from a disadvantageous position.
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back into
To advance to the post-season as a result of another team's loss, especially where one's own team has also lost.
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back of one's hand
A display of disrespect or scorn.
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back off
To become less aggressive, particularly when one had appeared committed to act.
Last updated August 10, 2026