work to
phrasal verb
worked to; working to; works to
chiefly British
: to work within the limits of (something)
We have to work to a very tight budget.
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In the meantime, the company has also been working to upgrade some of its other seller-facing technologies, like Project Amelia, which will soon be able to provide specific recommendations and insights based on specific problems sellers face.
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Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 9 May 2025
The National Trust and Northumberland National Park Authority also worked to sprout seeds and nurture cuttings from the famous tree.
—Lauren Frayer, NPR, 9 May 2025
In short, the best BPO providers are already working to meet the same basic sustainability standards that their clients are working toward.
—Vidya Plainfield, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
And working to recognize the difference between debilitating struggles (such as those that led to MJ Melendez being sent to Triple-A Omaha) and staying the course because of belief or encouraging signs — as with Massey (hitting .206).
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2025
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Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 9 May 2025
The National Trust and Northumberland National Park Authority also worked to sprout seeds and nurture cuttings from the famous tree.
—Lauren Frayer, NPR, 9 May 2025
In short, the best BPO providers are already working to meet the same basic sustainability standards that their clients are working toward.
—Vidya Plainfield, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
And working to recognize the difference between debilitating struggles (such as those that led to MJ Melendez being sent to Triple-A Omaha) and staying the course because of belief or encouraging signs — as with Massey (hitting .206).
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2025
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“Work to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20to. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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