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Grammar fix

crack on

get on with a task

to start doing something, or keep doing it, without wasting time

phrasal verbB1common

Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

  • Right, I'd better crack on, I've got loads to do before lunch.general
  • We had a quick coffee and then just cracked on with the painting.general

Fix the pattern

Pattern: crack on (with something)

Don't confuse with 'crack up' (start laughing); 'crack on' is about pressing ahead with a task.

Patterncrack on (with something)

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