Synonyms for Slog
Definition of slog
- verb
- work doggedly or persistently; "She keeps plugging away at her dissertation"
- walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud; "Mules plodded in a circle around a grindstone"
- strike heavily, especially with the fist or a bat; "He slugged me so hard that I passed out"
6 synonyms found
Writing tips for "slog"
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