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- See:
- work
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| definition 1: |
If you work out a problem, you solve it by thinking a lot, talking with others, or trying special things.
The neighbors were arguing about something for a long time, but eventually they worked out their problem. |
| definition 2: |
When something works out, all problems with it get solved and there is a successful ending to it.
It was a difficult situation, but everything worked out in the end. |
| definition 3: |
When people work out, they do physical exercise in a serious way, especially by using exercise machines or weights. When people work out, they usually try to exercise their whole bodies.
Ms. Liu works out at the gym after work and on Saturdays.
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