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Plough ahead Meaning in English

expression

ˈpɫaʊ/, /ˈpɫoʊ/ /əˈhɛd
PLAW-uh-HED or PLOH-uh-HED
plˈaʊ/ /ɐhˈɛd
pl-OW-uh-HED

释义

To continue moving forward with determination, especially despite difficulties or obstacles. Often used when you keep doing something even when it is hard.

用法与细微差别

Somewhat informal; often used in work, school, or challenging contexts. A British spelling ('plough')—the American variant is 'plow ahead'. Common with projects: 'plough ahead with the plan.' It suggests moving forward despite uncertainty or trouble.

例句

Even though it was raining, they decided to plough ahead with the picnic.

basic

We must plough ahead if we want to finish the project on time.

basic

He decided to plough ahead with his studies despite the challenges.

basic

Let’s just plough ahead and see what happens.

natural

We faced a lot of problems, but the team chose to plough ahead regardless.

natural

She just wants to plough ahead instead of waiting for approval.

natural