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worked up

[wurkt-uhp] / ˈwɜrktˈʌp /


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Nevertheless, I worked up my courage and said, “Hi, my name is Nick. I love your hat. I have one just like it!”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The group worked up a policy to try to address a homelessness crisis that seemed to be spiraling out of control in Albuquerque, but also in cities all over the country.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Whatever remarks have been exchanged, they've clearly worked up until now.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

When the media personality finally worked up the courage to quit, he said Banks gave him the cold shoulder.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

“She used to get so worked up over school photos. Said ‘Those photos are how people will remember you forever.’

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell




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