Drudge and Mess around

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Drudge verb - To devote serious and sustained effort.

Usage example: factory workers who must drudge all day at repetitive tasks

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Mess around is an antonym for drudge.

Nearby Words: drudgery, drudging

Mess around verb - To spend time in aimless activity.

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Drudge is an antonym for mess around.

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