BEAT ONE'S BRAINS OUT (ABOUT) Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

beat one's brains out (about)

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Definition of beat one's brains out (about)

as in debate

to give serious and careful thought to He beat his brains out trying to come up with a solution.

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look at

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However, many members will complete a short set of exercises on the machines, then stay on the machine or bench while looking at their phones for long periods of time — often 10 minutes or more.

— Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
In formulating their analysis, Hutchinson and Sport looked at historical data to help inform their view.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026

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