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as in causes
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
this new drug can really work wonders
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as in solves
to find an answer for through reasoning
finally figured out how to work the math problem
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as in moves
to set or keep in motion
this pump is worked by hand
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as in struggles
to devote serious and sustained effort
the organization has worked for years to raise people's awareness of human rights issues
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as in exploits
to take unfair advantage of
a young boy who worked his aunt for all she was worth in toys and candy when she visited once a year
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Recent Examples of works
Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026
There’s no set price—that’s how dynamic pricing works.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Factors To Consider Using boiling water works for specific situations, such as borders, crevices, and small patches as well as tiny weeds with shallow root systems.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
This sentiment is echoed by Anthony Ferry, chief executive officer of Wayvia CEO, whose company works with over 32,000 retailers globally.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
These seven affordable upgrades can transform your bathroom from a chaotic daily struggle into a space that actually works for you.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
Porta also works entirely free of cables, using an internal rechargeable battery to remove the need for continuous access to power.
—New Atlas, 20 Apr. 2026
Wood works well across the board but comes with its own maintenance tradeoffs.
—Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
Except, that’s not how Phish works.
—Jeff Miller, Rolling Stone, 20 Apr. 2026
Cheryl Russell, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
There are so many examples of protest art and works that incite collective action and influence policy changes.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Apr. 2026
With more than ninety works, the galleries are thronged with beauties, many of whom refuse to be pinned down to a gender.
—Vince Aletti, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
If the nature of design is building upon and taking from existing works, then creating an archival space is collecting pieces of history.
—Samantha Lee
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april 17, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
To walk through the galleries of her works is to witness the battle for the provenance of a nation’s story, a people’s progress.
—Tyehimba Jess, ARTnews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
But that's not to say there aren't some really important works from the likes of Ruscha, Warhol, Koons, Basquiat, Murakami, and Sherman.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
The exquisite works conceived by Taiwanese jeweler Cindy Chao for over two decades can trace their roots back two generations.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2026
This guide explains how an Offer in Compromise works, who may be eligible and the potential risks to consider before applying.
—Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
The easy-on, easy-off design is a win for airport security, while the sporty silhouette works with everything from jeans and sweatpants to even skirts.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026
There’s no set price—that’s how dynamic pricing works.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Factors To Consider Using boiling water works for specific situations, such as borders, crevices, and small patches as well as tiny weeds with shallow root systems.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
This sentiment is echoed by Anthony Ferry, chief executive officer of Wayvia CEO, whose company works with over 32,000 retailers globally.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
These seven affordable upgrades can transform your bathroom from a chaotic daily struggle into a space that actually works for you.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
Porta also works entirely free of cables, using an internal rechargeable battery to remove the need for continuous access to power.
—New Atlas, 20 Apr. 2026
Wood works well across the board but comes with its own maintenance tradeoffs.
—Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
Except, that’s not how Phish works.
—Jeff Miller, Rolling Stone, 20 Apr. 2026
Noun
An April reset works across every corner of life.
—Cheryl Russell, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
There are so many examples of protest art and works that incite collective action and influence policy changes.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Apr. 2026
With more than ninety works, the galleries are thronged with beauties, many of whom refuse to be pinned down to a gender.
—Vince Aletti, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
If the nature of design is building upon and taking from existing works, then creating an archival space is collecting pieces of history.
—Samantha Lee
connect
april 17, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
To walk through the galleries of her works is to witness the battle for the provenance of a nation’s story, a people’s progress.
—Tyehimba Jess, ARTnews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
But that's not to say there aren't some really important works from the likes of Ruscha, Warhol, Koons, Basquiat, Murakami, and Sherman.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
The exquisite works conceived by Taiwanese jeweler Cindy Chao for over two decades can trace their roots back two generations.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2026
This guide explains how an Offer in Compromise works, who may be eligible and the potential risks to consider before applying.
—Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for works
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What's left behind is a glowing core, known as a white dwarf, which is sending out radiation that causes the gas shells to glow.—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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For instance, an overhand knot produces a flipping motion, while a figure-eight knot causes the robot to spin.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Apr. 2026
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Each approach solves part of the problem—but none solves it entirely.—
Ni Tao,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Apr. 2026
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When picking an airplane drink, water is the only one that actually solves a problem.—
Jill Robbins,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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Sajak, who is the daughter of former Wheel of Fortune host Pat Sajak and serves as the show's social correspondent, was previously linked to Scottish actor Ross McCall.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
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The plate serves as the structural interface between the ground and the main vessel, which contains the reactor core and steam generator.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Apr. 2026
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It’s been really awesome to watch the difference in how everyone operates.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
19 Apr. 2026
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The current system operates at relatively modest energies, producing visible light.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Apr. 2026
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Each of us moves through a world strewn with figurative mountains and molehills, continually assessing what matters more and what matters less.—
Nikhil Krishnan,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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What was a human being a second before is now a head bobbing among the waves as the vessel moves quickly away.—
David Szondy
April 19,
New Atlas,
19 Apr. 2026
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His signature dish, the popular snack bread cheela, made by lightly frying bread in gram flour, naturally uses less fuel than some treats.—
Mithil Aggarwal,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
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Given that harvesting grapes is time-sensitive, researchers at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) have invented a portable optical sensor that uses state-of-the-art machine learning to give winemakers instant information about the ripeness of their grapes, news agency SWNS reported.—
Maureen Mackey , Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Bailey struggles in run defending, and his style of play is a lot like current Jet Will McDonald IV.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The Nuggets will win the offensive boards, and even if Christian Braun struggles from 3 when dared to shoot, Minnesota will have no answer for Nikola Jokic.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
17 Apr. 2026
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If anything looks off, a professional inspection is a smart investment — far cheaper than an emergency roof repair after a storm exploits an existing weak spot.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
16 Apr. 2026
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While Big Tech exploits vulnerable Floridians, Florida’s lawmakers are taking action to prevent the costs of data centers from shifting to regular utility ratepayers, ensuring that innovation does not come at the expense of everyday Floridians.—
Brendan Steinhauser,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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