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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
Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 25 Nov. 2024
James has been shuffling between the Lakers and the G League as Los Angeles tries to work out a plan to give him time for development.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 24 Nov. 2024
Jahan Marcu, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
For the dropoff, Kardashian wore an all-black workout set, white sneakers and large, black sunglasses.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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Many of the logistical growing pains from the first year were worked out this time around, with smoother transportation to, from, and around the race — but do expect traffic, as the track goes right down The Strip and other busy roads.
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 25 Nov. 2024
James has been shuffling between the Lakers and the G League as Los Angeles tries to work out a plan to give him time for development.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 24 Nov. 2024
Noun
Solo drills and exercises like shrimping, bridgework, or guard recovery movements can still provide a full-body workout and maintain techniques essential for strength and endurance.
—Jahan Marcu, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
For the dropoff, Kardashian wore an all-black workout set, white sneakers and large, black sunglasses.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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Copies of letters, old photographs and maps are sprinkled among the book's pages, engaging visual cues that are possibly hiding clues, so readers can solve the mystery along with Dia and the rest of the Veda Seven interns.Felecia Wellington Radel, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
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The GoPro Hero 13 has one, but this four-pack of adapters solves the problem for the others.Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 27 Nov. 2024
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Along with the great orchard expansion, supporting industries developed: barrel making, apple drying, distilling juice, packing sheds, and ice-making plants.arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 23 Nov. 2024
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Especially developing the story about the father son relationship with Thomas, played by Miles Marthaller.Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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Just as our virtual concert can succeed despite a few off-key notes, blockchain networks maintain integrity and operate smoothly, even in the face of failures or attacks.Gary Weinstein, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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Read more: Gladiator II Belongs to Denzel He succeeded Caracalla, who was assassinated in 217.Olivia B. Waxman, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
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With Jenna recently going off to college, OP figured the tradition might come to an end.Angela Andaloro, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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The views from the sideline and in Jerry Jones’ owner’s suite said it all, as there was a ton of head shaking and exasperated looks with the team pressing to figure it out.Scott Thompson, Fox News, 19 Nov. 2024
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Be unstable: Use your entire body, and target your core, by performing exercises that engage stabilizing muscles.Fred Sassani, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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What kind of exercise is best during chilly weather?Katia Hetter, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
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The town’s old post office provides desks for writing letters to Santa; each note is thoughtfully answered by the postmaster and mailed back before the big day.Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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In the meantime, more studies are needed to answer the scientific question of how ultraprocessed foods impact the body, Hall said.Sandee LaMotte, CNN, 22 Nov. 2024
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The election adds a relative newcomer to Arizona's water world as the state forges through interstate negotiations over strained supplies in the Colorado River.Austin Corona, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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But the documentary makes the case that Billy Preston forged a heady chunk of the funk DNA.Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
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What went into both of those, and what did Christopher Guest bring to it in his role as director?Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Nov. 2024
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Frantically Shoving Coats Aside One thing to think about ahead of time is where guests’ coats will go.Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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