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 of work in

• 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

Hydee Feldstein Soto has praised Gibson Dunn’s work in the LA Alliance case, saying the firm helped the city retain control over its homelessness programs while also keeping Bass and the two council members off the stand. —Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026

How to use, sharpen pruning shears A quality pair of pruning shears should always be at your side or within reach when working in the garden. —Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 30 Jan. 2026

Cain did the bulk of his work in the nonconference slate, scoring 10 or more points in all 13 games. —Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 30 Jan. 2026

The bounce — that reminds me of Joe Louis (Arena) sometimes, the way those boards would work in our favor. —Max Bultman, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for work in

• jerkin
• zircon