work into

phrasal verb

worked into; working into; works into
1
: to add or include (something) in (something)
She tried to find a way of working her question into the conversation.
2
: to stir or mix (something) into (something)
Work the nuts and raisins into the dough.
3
: to gradually cause (someone) to be in (an excited, angry, or frightened state)
He worked himself into a rage/panic.

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The answer is a large-scale study (compressing five days of work into four) that employs more objective measurements in addition to self-reports and shows results that satisfy both worker well-being and business objectives. Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025 And that’s good news for young wideout Javon Baker, who worked into the starting offense Tuesday. Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 5 Aug. 2025 Other exterior modifications, all of which have subtly been worked into the design, include side steps, grab handles to assist with entry and exit, mud flaps, a trunk liner, and a dog guard for the queen’s beloved pets. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2025 The answer is a large-scale study (compressing five days of work into four) that employs more objective measurements in addition to self-reports, and shows results that satisfy both worker well-being and business objectives. Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for work into

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“Work into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20into. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.

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