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What does "busy as a beaver" mean?

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busy as a beaver

Definition:

to be extremely busy

Usage:

cliche phrase use in conversation and writing

Sample Dialogue:

A: Our family is having over a hundred relatives to our house for a party.
B: Big parties can be a lot of fun, but also a lot of work.
A: My dad has been working all day. He's been as busy as a beaver preparing for this party.





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