Chisel, Peg away, Epiphany, Abandoning Meaning

Chisel (verb)Literal meaning:

To cut or shape something (like stone or wood) with a chisel — a sharp tool.

Figurative (symbolic) meaning: To work patiently and carefully to shape or improve something — just as a sculptor slowly chisels a statue from a rough stone.

👉 Example: He chiseled away at his dreams day by day until success took shape.(= He worked hard and patiently to achieve his goals.)

Peg away : To keep working hard and steadily, especially at something difficult or tiring.

Even when things got tough, she kept pegging away at her studies.(= She continued working hard without losing hope.)

Epiphany: It means a sudden realization, deep understanding, or moment of truth — when something becomes clear all at once.

Ex : (1) Newton had an epiphany about gravity when he saw an apple fall from a tree.

(2) While walking alone, she had an epiphany about what truly makes her happy.

Abandoning : It means leaving something.

Example : (1) The soldiers were abandoning the fort during the attack.→ (They were leaving the fort.)

(2) She felt guilty for abandoning her dream of becoming a writer.→ (She gave up her dream.)

Synonyms: Leaving, Giving up, Quitting