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as in causes
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 solves
to find an answer for through reasoning
finally figured out how to work the math problem
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5
as in moves
to set or keep in motion
this pump is worked by hand
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7
as in struggles
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 exploits
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 works
Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
The company works closely with mental health professionals to ensure its technology aligns with clinical practice rather than replacing it.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 Jan. 2026
This is about taking the best lessons from our past and building a modern middle class that works for everyone.
—Arkansas Online, 10 Jan. 2026
Holiday said that Sanchez maybe works too much.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 10 Jan. 2026
The British safari company Africa Odyssey works with Kamba African Rainforest Experiences, which runs three luxury lodges in and around the national park.
—Holden Frith, TheWeek, 9 Jan. 2026
The chance to reconnect with Alexander — who currently works with Jim Harbaugh in Los Angeles — seemed to be one of Miami’s best selling points for John Harbaugh, considering their quarterback situation is worse than that of the Giants.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 9 Jan. 2026
Permeable pavement also plays a role, which works differently from traditional concrete.
—Marina Jurica, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
That’s not the way science works either.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
Meyers, performed works by Bach, Morten Lauridsen and Eric Whitacre alongside Grant Gershon, the Artistic Director of the Los Angeles Master Chorale, and the chorale’s members.
—Camelia Heins, Daily News, 8 Jan. 2026
This article walks you through how hair transplantation in Turkey works, why Turkey has become a global hotspot, and what makes Smile Hair Clinic a serious contender for international patients.
—Wyles Daniel, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Marwan Hamed and Yousry Nasrallah Two legends of Egyptian cinema, filmmaker Marwan Hamed, whose works are celebrated in IFFR’s 2026 retrospective, and director Yousry Nasrallah will discuss Hamed’s biopic El Sett (IFFR 2026) as well as highlights from their filmmaking careers.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 8 Jan. 2026
Mohapi adds that oiling a dry scalp works best before washing, not after.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2026
Aristotle’s understanding of virtue is reflected not only in his works, but in the deeds of his reputed student, Alexander the Great.
—Kenneth Andrew Andres Leonardo, The Conversation, 8 Jan. 2026
Michael Schumacher, a Wisconsin author who produced a diverse array of works including biographies of filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola and musician Eric Clapton as well as accounts of Great Lakes shipwrecks, has died.
—Todd Richmond, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
For a more portable option, this $30 handheld works just like a mini snowblower and clears off your car in seconds.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
These Hokas are the rare travel shoe that works across all ages, activity levels, and destinations.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
The company works closely with mental health professionals to ensure its technology aligns with clinical practice rather than replacing it.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 Jan. 2026
This is about taking the best lessons from our past and building a modern middle class that works for everyone.
—Arkansas Online, 10 Jan. 2026
Holiday said that Sanchez maybe works too much.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 10 Jan. 2026
The British safari company Africa Odyssey works with Kamba African Rainforest Experiences, which runs three luxury lodges in and around the national park.
—Holden Frith, TheWeek, 9 Jan. 2026
The chance to reconnect with Alexander — who currently works with Jim Harbaugh in Los Angeles — seemed to be one of Miami’s best selling points for John Harbaugh, considering their quarterback situation is worse than that of the Giants.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 9 Jan. 2026
Permeable pavement also plays a role, which works differently from traditional concrete.
—Marina Jurica, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
That’s not the way science works either.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
The edgy South of Market venue in San Francisco that showcases works from up-and-coming artists is also known as a cool place to host gatherings and celebrations, especially among the city arts crowd.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
Meyers, performed works by Bach, Morten Lauridsen and Eric Whitacre alongside Grant Gershon, the Artistic Director of the Los Angeles Master Chorale, and the chorale’s members.
—Camelia Heins, Daily News, 8 Jan. 2026
This article walks you through how hair transplantation in Turkey works, why Turkey has become a global hotspot, and what makes Smile Hair Clinic a serious contender for international patients.
—Wyles Daniel, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Marwan Hamed and Yousry Nasrallah Two legends of Egyptian cinema, filmmaker Marwan Hamed, whose works are celebrated in IFFR’s 2026 retrospective, and director Yousry Nasrallah will discuss Hamed’s biopic El Sett (IFFR 2026) as well as highlights from their filmmaking careers.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 8 Jan. 2026
Mohapi adds that oiling a dry scalp works best before washing, not after.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2026
Aristotle’s understanding of virtue is reflected not only in his works, but in the deeds of his reputed student, Alexander the Great.
—Kenneth Andrew Andres Leonardo, The Conversation, 8 Jan. 2026
Michael Schumacher, a Wisconsin author who produced a diverse array of works including biographies of filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola and musician Eric Clapton as well as accounts of Great Lakes shipwrecks, has died.
—Todd Richmond, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
For a more portable option, this $30 handheld works just like a mini snowblower and clears off your car in seconds.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for works
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How causes a plant to exit dormancy?—
Paul Cappiello,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Jan. 2026
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But nothing could ease the stress off him more quickly than a running game that invokes fear — any fear, just something that causes a team to actually react to play-action.—
Sam McDowell
January 9,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
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The key is matching the debt relief strategy to your specific situation rather than assuming bankruptcy automatically solves everything.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Whether you’re headed to work, church, or a date night, the Gym People midi skirt solves all of your outfit woes.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 Jan. 2026
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Billboard’s Friday Music Guide serves as a handy guide to this Friday’s most essential releases — the key music that everyone will be talking about today, and that will be dominating playlists this weekend and beyond.—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
7 Nov. 2025
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For Turkish designer Buket Hoscan Bazman, brass serves a similar narrative role.—
Leonora Epstein,
Architectural Digest,
7 Nov. 2025
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The spa Asian—specifically, Balinese—influences are again evident in the decor, massage techniques, and ingredients used at the 30,000-square-foot Mandara Spa, the Atlantis location of the beloved wellness brand that operates at resorts around the world and on Norwegian Cruise Line sailings.—
Jesse Ashlock,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
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Standing against them is notorious kingpin Bada Chaudhary (Sharad Kelkar), whose syndicate operates through layers of deceit through corridors in Saudi Arabia, Ethopia, Italy, Thailand and the UK.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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One slightly wrong rate in a budget, procurement forecast, or loan estimate easily moves millions of dollars in the wrong direction.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Jan. 2026
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The Honda moves forward, turning to the right.—
Devon Lum,
Twin Cities,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Unlike bipedal humanoids, the Onero H1 uses a wheeled base paired with articulated arms, prioritizing stability and dexterity over walking.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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Utah is the first state to more formally test how well AI can assess medical situations through a partnership with health-tech startup Doctronic that uses AI to prescribe refills for patients with chronic conditions, Politico reported.—
Rachyl Jones,
semafor.com,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Haunted by her own traumas and hidden scars, Kitts struggles to piece together the clues and separate Raevyn’s madness from an even more troubling reality.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Jan. 2026
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The chain’s anniversary comes as the restaurant industry struggles with declining traffic.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
5 Jan. 2026
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All the while, Tony Award winning director David Cromer (The Band’s Visit) exploits audience suspicion.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
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And nobody exploits a flaw quite like a cornered Shanahan.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Works.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/works. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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