working

Example Sentences

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"These households—often referred to as the 'working poor' —frequently carry a heavy financial burden and can face just as much pressure during school holiday periods," he says.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

“I didn’t know the term ‘working capital,’ and as a result I had none,” she said.

From New York Times • Mar. 17, 2024

“Unfortunately, the ‘working at home’ is not working.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 22, 2023

"One may ask whether they actually engaged in presenteeism as it is defined as 'working while feeling unwell,'" Rivkin said.

From Salon • Jul. 27, 2022

“You are twelve years old, Nate. What are you ‘working out’?”

From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle