work to
phrasal 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 technology took well over a decade to develop, and Niron is still working to further advance the strength of the magnets.
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Jordan Blum, Fortune, 17 Nov. 2025
The discoveries from Louisville's past life have forced work to pause on occasion, but the crews realize the historical significance of some of their recent finds.
—Leo Bertucci, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 Nov. 2025
While the community worked to recover, mold took hold in homes and other buildings across the city, turning the natural disaster into a prolonged crisis with public health implications.
—Jonathan R.m. Charles, CBS News, 17 Nov. 2025
From predevelopment work to the grand opening, the entire project might take around 31 months, according to the response.
—Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 16 Nov. 2025
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Jordan Blum, Fortune, 17 Nov. 2025
The discoveries from Louisville's past life have forced work to pause on occasion, but the crews realize the historical significance of some of their recent finds.
—Leo Bertucci, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 Nov. 2025
While the community worked to recover, mold took hold in homes and other buildings across the city, turning the natural disaster into a prolonged crisis with public health implications.
—Jonathan R.m. Charles, CBS News, 17 Nov. 2025
From predevelopment work to the grand opening, the entire project might take around 31 months, according to the response.
—Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 16 Nov. 2025
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“Work to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20to. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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