Speaking English Like a Native (to) keep one's nose to the grindstone to focus on one's work; to focus on working hard EXAMPLE: Unfortunately, I can't come to happy hour tonight. I need to keep
my nose to the grindstone and finish a proposal I'm working on. ORIGIN: A grindstone is a stone disk used for sharpening tools or grinding grain. To work the grindstone, you need to bend over it with your nose close to the stone.
(the) 80/20 rule the principle that 80 percent of results are achieved through just 20 percent of activities EXAMPLE: By applying the 80/20 rule, Marcy was able to reduce the number of tasks she does during the workday.
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