work to
verb
worked to; working to; works to
chiefly British
: to work within the limits of (something)
We have to work to a very tight budget.
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The task force has worked to identify a replacement name aligned with the college’s current priorities, including increasing diversity and choosing someone with direct ties to the institution.
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Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 12 May 2026
All funds raised will be used to support Save the Dunes’ work to advance goals in land preservation, habitat restoration and public access.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
The Prince of Wales, 43, showed his support for a life-saving charity which works to tackle the crisis of men facing suicide.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
The Royals, led by the top of the order, had worked to overcome a 3-0 deficit.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 11 May 2026
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Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 12 May 2026
All funds raised will be used to support Save the Dunes’ work to advance goals in land preservation, habitat restoration and public access.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
The Prince of Wales, 43, showed his support for a life-saving charity which works to tackle the crisis of men facing suicide.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
The Royals, led by the top of the order, had worked to overcome a 3-0 deficit.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 11 May 2026
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“Work to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20to. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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