English / phrasal verb
Cram for
MEANING IN ENGLISH
to study intensely and hurriedly right before an examination
In context
01
He stayed up until dawn trying to cram for his history final.
02
Cramming for exams at the last minute rarely leads to long-term understanding.
Synonyms
Swot,mug up,burn the midnight oil
Antonyms
Study leisurely,pace oneself,prepare steadily
Collocations
Cram for an exam,cram for a test,cram for finals