work in

verb

worked in; working in; works in

transitive verb

1

: to insert or cause to penetrate by repeated or continued effort

2

: to interpose or insinuate gradually or unobtrusively

worked in a few topical jokes

Synonyms

• insert
• introduce
• fit (in or into)

Examples of work in in a Sentence

I think that we can work in one more interview in the afternoon lineup.

managed to work in several references to baseball in his paper on the merits of teamwork

Recent Examples on the Web

In addition, Matthew Lewis won an Emmy for Outstanding Cinematography for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for his one-shot work in Episode 2 of the series. —Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025

But in total, 475 people, mostly Korean nationals, were arrested, suspected of living and working in the US illegally. —Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025

Katherine works in private practice as a licensed clinical social worker, while Oliver is pursuing behind-the-camera opportunities and Henry is a veterinary assistant. —Francesca Gariano, People.com, 14 Sep. 2025

Titan Protection Security was hired, but that didn’t bring the company much comfort since employees work in the building all hours of the day. —Pj Green september 14, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for work in

• jerkin
• zircon