WORKS (AT OR ON) Synonyms: 15 Similar Words

works (at or on)

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present tense third-person singular of work (at or on)

as in points (for)

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Roupp threw 37 pitches in the fourth inning before being lifted for JT Brubaker, who allowed three runs over three innings of long relief.

— Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 29 July 2026
Mahle has looked awfully good over his last three starts, flashing a mid-90s fastball and regaining late life on his splitter while holding opponents to four runs over 18 innings.

— Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 28 July 2026

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The service Service is inspired by the local Batoro community, which practices respect for all.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 July 2026
The Sabre Springs resident, who also practices yoga in his spare time, has worked with various congregations for one or two years as an interim rabbi since 2004.

— Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 July 2026

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