work at
Definition of work at
: to make an effort to do (something) better She has been working (harder) at controlling her temper.
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workplay
: activity in which one exerts strength or faculties to do or perform something:
: sustained physical or mental effort to overcome obstacles and achieve an objective or result
: activity that a person engages in regularly to earn a livelihood
: used for work
: suitable or styled for wear while working
: involving or engaged in work
: to bring to pass : effect
: to fashion or create a useful or desired product by expending labor or exertion on : forge, shape
: to make or decorate with needlework
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