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as in to insert
to put among or between others
I think that we can work in one more interview in the afternoon lineup
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Recent Examples of work in
Jessie Buckley did exceptional work in Hamnet.
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Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Mar. 2026
Each of the pitchers who worked in the previous day’s game has the chance to talk about his performance, and that sparks a discussion among the whole group.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 11 Mar. 2026
Higher Ground’s expansion into theater follows previous work in film, television, and podcasting.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2026
Doohan, best known for his work in Netflix’s Wednesday, had played Cranston’s son on the Apple series Your Honor.
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026
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Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Mar. 2026
Each of the pitchers who worked in the previous day’s game has the chance to talk about his performance, and that sparks a discussion among the whole group.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 11 Mar. 2026
Higher Ground’s expansion into theater follows previous work in film, television, and podcasting.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2026
Doohan, best known for his work in Netflix’s Wednesday, had played Cranston’s son on the Apple series Your Honor.
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for work in
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He was lifted from the game without recording an out, only to get re-inserted in the second inning to complete two scoreless innings.—
Jack Vita,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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The change added a room where prisoners are to be examined and prepped for either a standard peripheral IV, or a central line — a more invasive procedure that inserts into the internal jugular in the neck, a femoral vein in the upper thigh or a subclavian vein in the chest.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Mar. 2026
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But with the March 17 primary just days away, fresh faces are vying to replace experienced lawmakers and outside campaign cash has infiltrated a string of races for the Illinois House and Senate.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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For instance, sprinkling cinnamon around entry points while also using a vinegar spray can help create a double barrier against ants attempting to infiltrate your home.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
13 Mar. 2026
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So clinging to a one-point advantage, David introduced the Mustangs to his dance.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
15 Mar. 2026
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Gosling returned the favor by making a cameo during Styles' episode to help introduce one of his musical performances.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
15 Mar. 2026
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MomTok got Taylor on the plane and off to star in The Bachelorette, but not before Dakota worms his way in one last time.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
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The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum initially believed that the bug, which eluded detection and caused countless medical issues, wormed its way into her system while filming Bravo's The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip in Morocco in early 2023.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Feb. 2026
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My brother Mike knew a maintenance engineer who snuck me in to Seals & Crofts’ studio.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2026
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Nine Iranian ships traveled through the strait by turning off transponders that reveal locations, sneaking by undetected.—
Cecilia Vega,
CBS News,
15 Mar. 2026
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And when Martha slips into costume designer Brenna Maienschein’s form-fitting leopard-print dress, her predatory strategy to seduce Nick as the final flank maneuver against her husband becomes clear.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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The Iniu Portable Charger is especially convenient thanks to its slim, lightweight design that slips easily into a small bag or jacket pocket.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Mar. 2026
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Accessibility The property is deep in the jungle and has many winding paths and stairs to common areas, restaurants, and certain guest rooms.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Mar. 2026
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But bringing Tinker Bell to live action as a central figure has been a prolonged and winding journey.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Work in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/work%20in. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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