(cricket) To bat defensively in the last innings of a match in order to force a draw when winning is not possible. / (of a business, figuratively) To close, either at the end of the day or permanently.

(idiomatic) To apply oneself; to exert a directed effort.

(idiomatic) To interrogate or scrutinize closely; to subject to some trial or ordeal.

(idiomatic) Synonym of strive: to apply oneself.

(idiomatic) To drive quickly; to step on the accelerator.

(intransitive) To write something (especially using pen and ink). / (intransitive) To begin to write something.

(idiomatic, transitive)To change the time in a time zone to a later time.

(idiomatic, intransitive) To change the time in a time zone to an earlier time, e.g. for the end of daylight saving time.

(idiomatic, transitive, Britain) To frighten or disturb.

(idiomatic) To compare something with a similar thing to give a clearer, more accurate idea.