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work over

The correct spelling is work over.

How to pronounce work over

verb

Say it like: Wor-k o-ver

The correct spelling is work over. To improve a prototype, or first draft. For example: "The estimated figures are not bad, but somebody will have to work them over."

Usage Examples

The estimated figures are not bad, but somebody will have to work them over.

He'll talk, once we work him over.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To improve a prototype, or first draft.
  2. 2.To physically attack in order to cause injury.
  3. 3.To subject (a person) to a severe scolding, interrogation, etc.

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