put effort into

1. He has put a lot of effort into his study of English.
他在英语上面下了很多功夫。

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2. He put a lot of effort into arranging the concert.
他为音乐会的筹备工作付出很大力气。

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3. We've put a great deal of time effort into this project.
我们把全部心思都用来解决这个问题。

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