work into
phrasal verb
worked into; working into; works into
1
: to add or include (something) in (something)
She tried to find a way of working her question into the conversation.
2
: to stir or mix (something) into (something)
Work the nuts and raisins into the dough.
3
: to gradually cause (someone) to be in (an excited, angry, or frightened state)
He worked himself into a rage/panic.
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Heller herself put in a huge amount of work into getting her toddler actors to do exactly what each scene in the film required, from smashing a plate of spaghetti to toppling Amy Adams and covering her in paint.
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Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
Input from the public and agencies also must be worked into the guidelines, before the agriculture and health departments can come to an agreement.
—Alexander Tin, CBS News, 27 Nov. 2024
Purposeful communication channels, diverse working groups and clear deadlines empower your team to collaborate effectively, turning remote work into a competitive advantage.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
But Trump's proposal to allow a tax deduction for interest on car loans might have more overall appeal and work into the current federal tax structure, Luscombe said.
—Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 7 Nov. 2024
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Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
Input from the public and agencies also must be worked into the guidelines, before the agriculture and health departments can come to an agreement.
—Alexander Tin, CBS News, 27 Nov. 2024
Purposeful communication channels, diverse working groups and clear deadlines empower your team to collaborate effectively, turning remote work into a competitive advantage.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
But Trump's proposal to allow a tax deduction for interest on car loans might have more overall appeal and work into the current federal tax structure, Luscombe said.
—Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Work into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20into. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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