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work (for)

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Definition of work (for)

as in to serve

to be a servant for worked for a rich and powerful family

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Charles continues to serve as co-CEO and Chairman of the Board.

— Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2026
Farah is a longtime comedy producer who previously served as the CEO of Funny or Die.

— Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 29 Sep. 2026

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