works (on)

Definition of works (on)next
present tense third-person singular of work (on)

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acts
Verb
  • For the directors, the nursing home acts as a symbol.
    Callum McLennan, Variety, 14 Apr. 2026
  • As the Fairy Godmother, Masham guides Cinderella through the whole story, acts as the storyteller and gives her a dress for the ball.
    Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
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“Works (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/works%20%28on%29. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.

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