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- See:
- work
| part of speech: |
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| definition 1: |
to solve (a problem) by making special efforts.
The two sides eventually worked out their problems together.Their marriage was suffering, but they still believed they could work it out. |
| definition 2: |
to find the answer to (a question or mystery) by thinking; figure out.
That's brilliant! How did you work that out?I finally worked out that math problem. |
| definition 3: |
to come to a successful resolution; become solved.
It was a difficult situation, but everything worked out in the end. |
| definition 4: |
to succeed as hoped or expected.
Did your plans work out?If this project doesn't work out, we'll lose a lot of money. |
| definition 5: |
to do physical exercise, esp. using machines or weights.
I work out at the gym after work and on Saturdays.
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