works out

verb

Definition of works outnext
present tense third-person singular of work out
1
as in solves
to find an answer for through reasoning by putting our heads together, we were able to work out the problem

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2
as in develops
to produce or bring about especially by long or repeated effort worked out a compromise between the warring factions

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3
as in succeeds
to turn out as planned or desired our plans for a ski vacation just didn't work out

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4
as in figures
to determine (a value) by doing the necessary mathematical operations after working out the cost of a college education, we've decided that it's never too early to start saving

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for works out
  1. solves
  2. develops
  3. succeeds
  4. goes
  5. calculates
  6. creates
Verb
  • Detroit’s players and coaches emphasized the chance for a reset going into the three-day holiday break this week, and maybe that solves a few issues.
    Max Bultman, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • But in reality these moments are when the brain consolidates memories, solves complex problems, and generates creative insights.
    Richard E. Cytowic, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of solves
Verb
  • Fred Battisti develops and executes a companywide leasing strategy as First National Realty Partners' Chief Revenue Officer.
    Fred Battisti, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Just as the human immune system develops antibodies to combat specific threats, the collective consciousness of internet users is developing an increasingly sophisticated resistance to artificial engagement.
    Nathan Pettijohn, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of develops
Verb
  • The same tune nearly succeeds in the same way on the R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Song Sales chart, which is more all-encompassing—and thus, more competitive.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • These can provide significant financial rewards if the company succeeds or goes public down the line.
    Sho Dewan, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of succeeds
Verb
  • That's as far as amount A goes.
    Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • As LaVine goes, so go the Bulls.
    Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of goes
Verb
  • Lee Jung-jae says his measure of success for his own performance is telegraphing the complex morality of his character, as Gi-hun constantly calculates the correctness of his choices.
    Chad de Guzman, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
  • For example, if multiple VCs have invested in the same company at different stages, the model calculates a score for each VC based on their specific investment and level of participation.
    TrueBridge Capital, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of calculates
Verb
  • Its mission is helping solar scientists better understand the sun, whose magnetized material creates solar wind in the solar system.
    Jamie Carter, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Whole Foods creates unique holiday menus alongside its regular offerings.
    Ronny Maye, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of creates
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