Hard work, metaphorically Crossword Clue

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Hard work, metaphorically Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. excrete perspiration through the pores in the skin
(noun)
1. agitation resulting from active worry
2. salty fluid secreted by sweat glands

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

WORK (verb)
1. make uniform
2. perform as expected when applied
WORK (noun)
1. applying the mind to learning and understanding a subject (especially by reading)
2. the occupation for which you are paid
HARD (adjective)
1. (of light) transmitted directly from a pointed light source
2. unfortunate or hard to bear
HARD (adverb)
1. with firmness
2. slowly and with difficulty

Hint 3: Anagram

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