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as in solving
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 developing
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 succeeding
to turn out as planned or desired
our plans for a ski vacation just didn't work out
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as in calculating
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 working out
The pair are seen working out, eating, laughing, and enjoying time together—moments that underscore a close, natural relationship rarely highlighted in mainstream media.
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Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Leslie’s own wellness routine is consistent—working out regularly, playing tennis for the competitive outlet, prayer.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 14 Oct. 2025
How working out in the morning or evening affects sleep and energy depends on the type of workout, your typical sleeping and eating patterns, and other individual factors.
—Simon Spichak, Health, 7 Oct. 2025
This approach is also described as operating at 70% efficiency, while consuming a relatively small amount of energy (3 kWh per kg of CO2), and working out to an impressive $230 per ton of CO2.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 6 Oct. 2025
Over the previous two weeks, Reid had appeared on the social media feeds of University of Minnesota head coach Niko Medved and on the Timberwolves account, while working out in the Twin Cities, a sign of Reid trying to reclaim some sense of normalcy after the heartbreak.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
Evidently, the partnership is working out, as the multi-year contract was extended in 2024.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Sep. 2025
Research shows that new experiences—like stepping outside and encountering a new environment while working out—trigger the brain's reward system.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 8 Sep. 2025
Things have a way of working out no matter where Stevens plays.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Leslie’s own wellness routine is consistent—working out regularly, playing tennis for the competitive outlet, prayer.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 14 Oct. 2025
How working out in the morning or evening affects sleep and energy depends on the type of workout, your typical sleeping and eating patterns, and other individual factors.
—Simon Spichak, Health, 7 Oct. 2025
This approach is also described as operating at 70% efficiency, while consuming a relatively small amount of energy (3 kWh per kg of CO2), and working out to an impressive $230 per ton of CO2.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 6 Oct. 2025
Over the previous two weeks, Reid had appeared on the social media feeds of University of Minnesota head coach Niko Medved and on the Timberwolves account, while working out in the Twin Cities, a sign of Reid trying to reclaim some sense of normalcy after the heartbreak.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025
Evidently, the partnership is working out, as the multi-year contract was extended in 2024.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Sep. 2025
Research shows that new experiences—like stepping outside and encountering a new environment while working out—trigger the brain's reward system.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 8 Sep. 2025
Things have a way of working out no matter where Stevens plays.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for working out
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For a spy thriller, the mechanics of solving this case aren’t terribly interesting.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Oct. 2025
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Ziels believes some of nature’s tiniest organisms could play a massive role in solving major environmental challenges, especially as cities worldwide face mounting pressure around waste and clean energy.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Oct. 2025
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The good news is that scientists and engineers are developing the next-generation space missions that could address this.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
24 Oct. 2025
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These diets can also help reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.—
Jennifer Lefton,
Verywell Health,
23 Oct. 2025
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One of the most famous examples of a major business leader succeeding from failure was Apple’s visionary cofounder Steve Jobs.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
24 Oct. 2025
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Ackermann was named creative director of Tom Ford Fashion in September last year, succeeding Peter Hawkings.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
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Audiences might enjoy this cinematic sleight of hand, but the key characters are such single-minded, calculating individuals that the real magic would be to find any heart in this tale.—
Kirk Honeycutt,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Oct. 2025
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Such incidents could potentially occur due to things such as an error in calculating the takeoff weights or a faulty maneuver by the pilots, as well, Corriere della Sera noted.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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By the time Redford, Keaton, Beatty and the others were coming of age as actors, the old studio scaffolding was already coming apart, with the contract system unraveling and the great moguls who once ruled the town with an iron fist fading from the scene.—
Benjamin Svetkey,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Oct. 2025
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Though the audience is privy to Laz’s motivations, outsiders, including Jenna, Seth, and his ex-wife Bella (Karla Crome), are able to see only a man overcome by grief and loss who is quickly unraveling.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
22 Oct. 2025
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Now the company is forging ahead with a new chapter under the direction of Adidas veteran Arthur Hoeld, who took on the role as chairman and chief executive officer on July 1.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
21 Oct. 2025
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The 51-year-old former assistant clerk magistrate has been indicted on charges related to misusing more than $71,000 in bail funds and forging a recognizance form to conceal her wrongdoing, according to the Massachusetts AG’s office.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
21 Oct. 2025
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No more going over your lashes repeatedly and risking damage.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
18 Oct. 2025
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Moist air from the Pacific Ocean rises over the mountains and loses much of its precipitation as the air heats up after going over them, often leaving San Jose dry.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
15 Oct. 2025
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When a group has been together for so long, there can be a risk of other teams ‘figuring you out’.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Just figuring the run right there, Blake’s pitched some of the biggest outs, innings in the postseason for us.—
Gabe Smallson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
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