WORK (AT OR ON) Synonyms: 15 Similar Words

work (at or on)

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as in to prepare (for)

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Rourke, in fact, could resume practicing this week, coach Kyle Shanahan said.

— Matt Barrows, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
He is not allowed to play or even practice — although he will be paid — and only commissioner Roger Goodell can remove him from it.

— Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026

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Diakite was pulled under the vehicle and dragged for about 300 to 600 feet before he was run over, authorities said.

— Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2026
The Braves completed a sweep of the Rockies on Sunday, with Mahle allowing one run over 6⅔ innings with nine strikeouts and zero walks.

— Michael Cunningham, AJC.com, 31 Aug. 2026

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