hit the books Informal 🟢 Beginner (A1)

Idiom
hit the books
Meaning

to begin to study in a serious and determined way:
to study:

  • I have to hit the books this weekend — I have two exams next week.
  • I can't go out tonight. I need to hit the books.
  • Ted partied all weekend. Finally, on Sunday night, he decided it was time to hit the books.
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