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working

Definition for working

adjective as in active, occupied

Strongest matches

alive, busy, employed, engaged, functioning, running

Strong matches

dynamic, going, laboring, live, moving, operative

Weak matches

effective, hot, in a job, in force, in full swing, in gear, in process, on fire, on the job, on track, practical, useful, viable

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Example Sentences

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The Times reached out to an attorney said to be working with James related to the claim but did not receive an immediate response.

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“We’re working to provide students with the resources they need to succeed, and California’s increasing test scores show our efforts are paying off.”

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He said there were "pinch yourself moments" while working with "legends".

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They're working on something new, and seeing where they go with it.

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"The government is working quickly to mobilise resources and address shortfalls."

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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