work late
Example Sentences
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When George secretly attended a robot football game, his simulacrum told Jane he had to work late.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
An astounding 74% of mothers and 66% of fathers have been forced to leave work early, arrive to work late or skip it entirely due to “last-minute childcare disruptions,” per the Independent Restaurant Coalition.
From Salon • Dec. 8, 2024
When I work late, I sometimes sleep in an empty patient bed in the ward or in a cramped waiting room with a bed and basin,” Dr Nandi told me.
From BBC • Aug. 13, 2024
When she returned, she was given extra tasks that often kept her at work late, Blackwell’s lawsuit said.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 15, 2023
“And when your parents have to work late, we’ll do dinner and play games,” the girl went on.
From Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff
