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or wrought
1
as in created
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
this new drug can really work wonders
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2
as in solved
to find an answer for through reasoning
finally figured out how to work the math problem
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as in served
to have a certain purpose
the human kidneys work as a filtering system for the blood
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as in moved
to set or keep in motion
this pump is worked by hand
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as in operated
to control the mechanical operation of
show me how to work the machine
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as in labored
to devote serious and sustained effort
the organization has worked for years to raise people's awareness of human rights issues
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as in used
to take unfair advantage of
a young boy who worked his aunt for all she was worth in toys and candy when she visited once a year
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Recent Examples of worked
Prince William, 43, worked as a helicopter pilot, serving as a search and rescue pilot in the Royal Air Force and as an emergency helicopter pilot for the East Anglian Air Ambulance.
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Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
But Yamamoto worked back to a full count.
—Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
The author is a long-time shareholder of Berkshire Hathaway and worked for Salomon Brothers when Warren Buffett became Chairman and CEO.
—Bill Stone, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Each one she’s ever worked with has their own unique personality.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
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Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
But Yamamoto worked back to a full count.
—Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
The author is a long-time shareholder of Berkshire Hathaway and worked for Salomon Brothers when Warren Buffett became Chairman and CEO.
—Bill Stone, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Each one she’s ever worked with has their own unique personality.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
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Below, find details on everything from skincare products to cozy rugs to hot sauces, created by the likes of John Legend, Joanna Gaines, and so many more celebs.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
7 July 2025
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That perhaps, has created the most important similarity of all.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
7 July 2025
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Many of those challenges won’t be solved by skill-building alone – they’ll be rooted in systems, processes, cross-team dynamics, or lack of support.—
Lavinia Mehedintu,
Big Think,
11 Dec. 2025
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Some homes designs force all the snow into a particular area of the roof, making a single spot more prone to issues that can't be solved by improved ventilation.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
11 Dec. 2025
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Flaks previously served as vice chairman of the board, according to officials.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2026
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To my surprise and delight, what came out of the blender was a fancy-pants chocolate mousse that could be served at any chic Brooklyn bistro.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 June 2026
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Zac Brown Band performed the national anthem, and other stars who took part included comedians Nate Bargatze, Shane Gillis and Tony Hinchcliffe, as well as singers Luke Bryan and Kid Rock.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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The measure performed best in central and west Davis, continuing the pattern established on election night.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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Williams then moved Anthony to her bed and threw water at him, waking him only for a brief moment.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
11 Dec. 2025
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The Steelers, who moved into sole possession of first place in the AFC North with their 27-22 win over the Baltimore Ravens last week, are 7-6 and battling for a spot in the playoffs.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
11 Dec. 2025
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The center, operated by the State Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS), houses minors who are charged as adults and are awaiting trial.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
8 Dec. 2025
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The Chiefs operated with a narrow playbook in the first half, and their offensive line holding up just fine meant nothing because of it.—
Sam McDowell
Updated December 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 Dec. 2025
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Stephen Kolek labored through the first three innings for Kansas City, delivering 55 pitches and allowing six baserunners, but stranded four.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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Introduced in the 1970s, when the country labored under a military dictatorship, the policy sought to impose a ‘Brazil-first’ approach to new developments in computing and data-processing.—
Kamal Ahmed,
Fortune,
4 June 2026
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Authorities used night-vision equipment and conducted continuous overnight searches.—
Sofia Saric
June 16,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
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During the Spain vs Cape Verde game on Monday, ITV showed how the breaks can be used in a different way.—
Tom Burrows,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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“Worked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/worked. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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