in the works
Example Sentences
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Unlike Meghji’s departure, which came as a surprise to Blackstone’s upper management, Baratta’s exit has been in the works for some time, the people familiar with the matter said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026
The Semi and the Roadster have been in the works for years, suffering repeated delays since they were both introduced to investors by Musk as concepts in November 2017.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 17, 2026
Activist Dolores Huerta helped create the exhibition ‘Help Wanted/Leave Now,’ with plans in the works for travel.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2026
A Red Bull protege, his time in the works team in 2019 did not work out.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026
“He’s got a big record deal in the works for me.”
From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas
