work into
phrasal verb
worked into; working into; works into
1
: to add or include (something) in (something)
She tried to find a way of working her question into the conversation.
2
: to stir or mix (something) into (something)
Work the nuts and raisins into the dough.
3
: to gradually cause (someone) to be in (an excited, angry, or frightened state)
He worked himself into a rage/panic.
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How to Use: Scoop into the palm of your hand, then gently work into skin using circular motions.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 14 June 2024
In November 2019, the same year that the department came under review for three fatal shootings that involved Goon Squad members, the deputies discussed turning their work into a game: one point for every arrest.
—Jerry Mitchell, New York Times, 29 May 2024
She's performed at major national events and even turned her work into a full-scale theatrical production.
—Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 30 Apr. 2024
Crews were likely to be working into the evening as heavy machinery such as a backhoe and industrial vacuum truck were at the scene still surrounded by dozens of police and firefighters.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr., The Arizona Republic, 15 Apr. 2024
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 14 June 2024
In November 2019, the same year that the department came under review for three fatal shootings that involved Goon Squad members, the deputies discussed turning their work into a game: one point for every arrest.
—Jerry Mitchell, New York Times, 29 May 2024
She's performed at major national events and even turned her work into a full-scale theatrical production.
—Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 30 Apr. 2024
Crews were likely to be working into the evening as heavy machinery such as a backhoe and industrial vacuum truck were at the scene still surrounded by dozens of police and firefighters.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr., The Arizona Republic, 15 Apr. 2024
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“Work into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20into. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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