buckle down

verb

1. informal,  (intr, adverb) to apply oneself with determination

   to buckle down to a job

Idioms and Phrases

Set to work, apply oneself with determination, as in All right, we'll buckle down now and study for exams. Originating about 1700 as buckle to, the expression gained currency with the football song “Buckle-Down, Winsocki” (from the Broadway musical comedy Best Foot Forward, 1941). [Mid-1800s]

Example Sentences

Abrams homered in the ninth, but Dodgers closer Tanner Scott buckled down to secure his 15th save.

From Los Angeles Times

These days, her family is buckling down, worried about job security, and a possible economic downturn, which experts believe could be more likely because of US President Donald Trump's tariffs.

From BBC

“She’s a sophomore who has really become a leader on the court and buckled down,” Alexander said.

From Los Angeles Times

Players took the words right out of his mouth, he said, barking to each other about buckling down on defense and limiting fouls.

From Los Angeles Times

The Lynx buckled down after that with an 11-0 run of their own and were well on their way to a 2-0 record on the young season, both wins coming at Seattle’s expense.

From Seattle Times