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Moderatework out
The correct spelling is work out.
How to pronounce work out
verb
IPA: /ˌwəːk ˈaʊt/
Say it like: Wor-k o-wt
The correct spelling is work out. (with object after out) To calculate. For example: "Can you work out 250 × 12 in your head for me?"
Usage Examples
“Can you work out 250 × 12 in your head for me?”
“I can't work these instructions out.”
“This is a beta version; we're still working out the kinks.”
Definition
verb
- 1.(with object after out) To calculate.
- 2.To make sense of.
- 3.To smooth or perfect.
- 4.To conclude with the correct solution.
- 5.To succeed; to result in a satisfactory situation.
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