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as in solves
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 develops
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 succeeds
to turn out as planned or desired
our plans for a ski vacation just didn't work out
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as in figures
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 works out
Spread across 66,000 people, that works out to about $75 per person.
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Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
Assuming the Kickstarter works out, shipping is scheduled for December.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
That works out to nearly $400 extra per year.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2026
This works out to 14 g of fiber per 1,000 calories.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 25 Feb. 2026
That works out to estimates ranging from 300,000 to 500,000 residents in a state of nearly 32 million residents.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
That works out to a net domestic outmigration of over 30,000 residents.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
That works out to just 11 opportunities over a 61-day stretch — and some of them may be nixed by bad weather or the need to replenish commodities like rocket fuel.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 11 Feb. 2026
The bottom line At a spot price of around $5,073 per troy ounce, gold works out to roughly $163 per gram — but that's just the starting point.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
Assuming the Kickstarter works out, shipping is scheduled for December.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
That works out to nearly $400 extra per year.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 3 Mar. 2026
This works out to 14 g of fiber per 1,000 calories.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 25 Feb. 2026
That works out to estimates ranging from 300,000 to 500,000 residents in a state of nearly 32 million residents.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
That works out to a net domestic outmigration of over 30,000 residents.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
That works out to just 11 opportunities over a 61-day stretch — and some of them may be nixed by bad weather or the need to replenish commodities like rocket fuel.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 11 Feb. 2026
The bottom line At a spot price of around $5,073 per troy ounce, gold works out to roughly $163 per gram — but that's just the starting point.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for works out
Verb
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The invention also solves another issue.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
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The Supercharger Kit solves that problem.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
4 Mar. 2026
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The press statement also highlighted the work by Mayo Clinic Platform, which develops new digital tools using artificial intelligence and patient records.—
Forum News Service,
Twin Cities,
9 Mar. 2026
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The robots look similar to food delivery robots or surveillance robots — which Daxbot also develops.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Wilson died last August; Chemin succeeds him in the role.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
6 Mar. 2026
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Janki previously served as CFO of the company and succeeds John Laughter, who is retiring effective April 30 after 32 years at Delta.—
Fortune Editors,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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The 49ers’ receiving corps, meanwhile, has lost Kendrick Bourne (Cardinals) and Skyy Moore (Packers) in free agency, while Jauan Jennings also tests the market, and Brandon Aiyuk figures to be released after going MIA last season.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Yoán Moncada figures to be the starter at third, but he’s been injured often.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Set in 1970s America, as television tightens its grip on American culture, veteran anchorman Howard Beale unravels live on air.—
Cincinnati Enquirer,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Mar. 2026
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In The Drama, Zendaya and Robert Pattinson portray a couple whose relationship unravels days before their wedding.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Pascal forges an ex-studio chief’s knowledge, relationships, and favors into big-budget commercial pictures.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
5 Mar. 2026
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In the Texas Hill Country following the Civil War, 14-year-old Travis is left in charge of the family ranch when his father goes on a long cattle drive and soon forges a reluctant bond with a wandering yellow dog.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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No frills, no fancy claims to fame; the Jet Set features the brand’s signature logo-print canvas, a clean and classic silhouette, and luxe gold hardware that goes with everything.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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December 22 – January 19 Confidence goes hand-in-hand with commitment right now.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Xeneta’s congestion ratio calculates the number of ships waiting to call at the port divided by the total number of vessels already docked.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Mar. 2026
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That measurement calculates the angle from where the avalanche started to where the runout ends.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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