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as in to solve
to find an answer for through reasoning
by putting our heads together, we were able to work out the problem
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as in to develop
to produce or bring about especially by long or repeated effort
worked out a compromise between the warring factions
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as in to succeed
to turn out as planned or desired
our plans for a ski vacation just didn't work out
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as in to figure
to determine (a value) by doing the necessary mathematical operations
after working out the cost of a college education, we've decided that it's never too early to start saving
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Recent Examples of work out
Tyler Carmona
june 11, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
During the four offseason workouts open to reporters, Mahomes went through individual drills, installs and 7-on-7 periods, but the Chiefs held him back from 11-on-11 work out of caution.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 15 June 2026
The workout builds strength and flexibility while improving balance and coordination, said instructor Leah Gutentag, who’s been a lifeguard and swim instructor for the city of Santa Monica for about 12 years.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
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Verb
The 28-year-old right-hander, who typically works out of the bullpen, delivered five scoreless innings while striking out five and allowing just two hits and two walks.
—Tyler Carmona
june 11, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
During the four offseason workouts open to reporters, Mahomes went through individual drills, installs and 7-on-7 periods, but the Chiefs held him back from 11-on-11 work out of caution.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
Noun
According to the report, Peterson has had multiple on-court workouts in front of the Washington Wizards’ front office.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 15 June 2026
The workout builds strength and flexibility while improving balance and coordination, said instructor Leah Gutentag, who’s been a lifeguard and swim instructor for the city of Santa Monica for about 12 years.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for work out
Verb
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Addressing reporters for the first time since The Associated Press projected a November runoff between her and Mayor Karen Bass, Raman said residents are losing faith in the city’s ability to solve even basic problems and are demanding a different approach.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
11 June 2026
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Ferveret, a startup from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), is using cooling technology deployed in nuclear reactors to solve challenges faced by data centers today.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
11 June 2026
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Tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2026
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This is a developing story that will be updated.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2026
Verb
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Khamenei was succeeded by his second son, Mojtaba Khamenei, a little over a week later by the 88-member Assembly of Experts.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Morales will be succeeded by Doral Police Chief Edwin Lopez, who will be sworn in on Tuesday morning.—
Peter D'Oench,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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Jamison-Travis is another six-round pick who figures to land a roster spot based on his draft pedigree.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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The new starting rotation of Chris Sale, Martín Pérez, Bryce Elder, Grant Holmes and JR Ritchie figures to get a lengthy trial.—
Ken Sugiura,
AJC.com,
16 June 2026
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The Lancet analysis found that moderate activity — about 45 minutes, three to five times a week — was tied to the biggest mental health benefit, and that more exercise wasn’t always better.—
Samantha Agate,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
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For a monthly fee, people could enjoy such games as bridge and Mahjong, and take Pilates, yoga and other exercise classes in the 6,000-square-foot center, Griffin said.—
Joe Marusak
June 9,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
Verb
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The Blue Jays answered with two-out RBI hits by Kazuma Okamoto in the third and Nathan Lukes in the fourth.—
CBS New York Team,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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Towns fouled out, Wembanyama split two free throws, Harper tied the game, and Brunson answered with another basket to put the Knicks back in front.—
Dan Zaksheske,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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The Documentary jury – comprising Geeta Gandbhir, Carla Gutierrez and Liu Qing – focused on the genre’s capacity to forge cross-cultural understanding.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 June 2026
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Random questions can forge deep conversations and intimate connections.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Sometimes a little luck can go a long way, and Japan found that out firsthand in its 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in group stage action in the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Sunday at AT&T Stadium.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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But with a growing awareness of the mental health risks posed by children spending too much time online, Starmer has decided to go further after speaking to parents and considering evidence from Australia, which brought in a ban for under-16s last year.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
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