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slaving (for)

verb

present participle of slave (for)

as in working (for)

to be a servant for why would you waste your time slaving for a boss you can't stand?

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serving

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Her mother would take a young Karen with her while handing out literature for Democratic candidates and serving as a poll watcher during the local elections.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2026
After serving Sacramento for almost two decades, a favorite Mexican restaurant is closing in midtown’s Lavender Heights district.

— Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 23 Sep. 2026

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