Grammar fix
keep plugging away
work steadily
To continue working steadily at something difficult or repetitive.
phrasal verb
How oftenNow and then
LevelB2
Used inSpeech & writing
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
I’ve been plugging away at the report all morning.
I improved my fitness by plugging away at short workouts several times a week rather than trying to do too much at once.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: Keep plugging on the report.
Say: Keep plugging away at the report.
Use 'away at' before the task, or use the phrase without an object when the task is clear.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Don't give up on a hard task
How persistentContinueKeep grinding
keep atContinuing to practise or work despite difficulty.stick with itContinuing rather than giving up when something becomes difficult.
keep plugging awayYou're here · Continuing steadily with difficult or repetitive work.