work to
phrasal verb
worked to; working to; works to
chiefly British
: to work within the limits of (something)
We have to work to a very tight budget.
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The Democratic Party is working to destroy our nation.
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Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 4 July 2024
As the Miami Heat continues working to build its roster for next season, the Heat released this year’s summer league roster on Wednesday.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 3 July 2024
El Albani is working to convince the Moroccan government to protect the site.
—science.org, 3 July 2024
Crews are working to restore power for thousands of people across the Kansas City metro Wednesday after thunderstorms and strong winds rolled through the area overnight.
—Andrea Klick, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2024
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Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 4 July 2024
As the Miami Heat continues working to build its roster for next season, the Heat released this year’s summer league roster on Wednesday.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 3 July 2024
El Albani is working to convince the Moroccan government to protect the site.
—science.org, 3 July 2024
Crews are working to restore power for thousands of people across the Kansas City metro Wednesday after thunderstorms and strong winds rolled through the area overnight.
—Andrea Klick, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2024
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“Work to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20to. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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