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as in to solve
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 to develop
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 to succeed
to turn out as planned or desired
our plans for a ski vacation just didn't work out
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as in to figure
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 work out
Matt Grobar, Deadline, 29 May 2025
That would work out to $9 to $14 for a week’s supply.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 29 May 2025
Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 June 2025
These summer workouts are a time to further develop that transition.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2025
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Verb
Deal points still are being worked out, but Lionsgate Motion Picture Group President Nathan Kahane is expected to leave his post by end of the year when his contract expires, transitioning to a producing deal with the studio, sources familiar with the situation tell Deadline.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 29 May 2025
That would work out to $9 to $14 for a week’s supply.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 29 May 2025
Noun
Orlando Sentinel Unbeaten Harmony senior (49-0) is Sentinel Varsity Boys Wrestler of the Year
Hard workouts with former state champ teammate Shawn McAllister helped Harmony’s Nathan Lyttle sharpen his skills and win his own state title in 2025.
—Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 June 2025
These summer workouts are a time to further develop that transition.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for work out
Verb
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With an intention to welcome 1 million foreign workers over the next three years, the plan to solve Spain's overtourism issues has never been more prescient.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Eventually the problem of making safe, fuel-efficient, consumer-friendly automobiles was more or less solved.—
Glenn Adamson,
Artforum,
1 June 2025
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Over the years, the property has developed a close working relationship with Alma de Bahía, a local conservation organization that’s dedicated to preserving the intricate ecosystems across Puerto Rico.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Doel was Corman’s right-hand, writing scripts, developing scripts with other scribes, coordinating projects in production and serving as script supervisor on location.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
31 May 2025
Verb
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To succeed and avoid harming your personal financial health, a clear structure and commitment to intentional financial actions are essential.—
Alejandra Rojas,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Kendrick Meek succeeded his mother, the late Carrie Meek, in Congress.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2025
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Losers, despite Wilken’s ruling, figure to be at least some of the walk-ons and partial scholarship athletes whose spots are gone.—
Eddie Pells,
Baltimore Sun,
7 June 2025
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To figure that amount, ask your employees to complete Form W-4.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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The aim was to explore what helps students step out of their comfort zones and what kind of personal insights result from that exercise.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Pierce & Ward Bar Stool $349 West Elm Pierce and Ward’s collaboration with West Elm is an exercise in thoughtful maximalism, and these matching bar stools add lots of personality to any cocktail hour arrangements.—
Kelly Dawson,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
Verb
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Los Angeles has plenty of questions to answer about the future of the roster, and the front office will be very busy.—
Matt Levine,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
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The Bruins nearly answered in their half of the inning when Savannah Pola drove a pitch from Grein 220 feet to the base of the center-field wall that was hauled in by Kedre Luschar to end the inning.—
Tim Willert,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2025
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In that role, Pullin forged new corporate partnerships.—
Kate Marijolovic,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 May 2025
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The distinct domains of venture capital (VC), private equity (PE) and pure-play entrepreneurship are converging, forging a powerful new model for value creation in the post-artificial intelligence (AI) economy.—
Mitt Mehta,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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The funds raised at this event are crucial, as the net proceeds go directly to DMVA, allowing the organization to further its essential nonprofit mission: to bolster and sustain the small businesses that form the heart of the Del Mar community, the news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2025
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Some comforters can go right into the wash with no problem, while others need some extra or different care.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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“Work out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/work%20out. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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