as in worked (for)
to be a servant for
why would you waste your time slaving for a boss you can't stand?
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Before the war, Rafah served as Gaza’s primary passage to the outside world.—
Bradford Betz,
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For decades, the concrete building known for its Brutalist design has served as a trusty backdrop for public rallies, political protests and spirited demonstrations.—
Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Slaved (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slaved%20%28for%29. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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