do the work of
Example Sentences
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Major tech companies have conducted mass layoffs over the last year, often citing the growing ability of AI tools to do the work of hundreds or even thousands of software engineers.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
"We have to do the work of people, not the work of politicians," he said.
From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026
At her new job, she uses AI coding tools, but she feels like she has to do the work of three developers.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 19, 2025
Dahlia Lithwick: Can you talk about how it came to the point where you felt you could no longer do the work of being a judge in this atmosphere?
From Slate • Nov. 18, 2025
“You knew Pa had a heart attack; he’s not been himself since. Ma’s tolerable, and Jenny’s fine. We do the work of the farm together, Jenny and me.”
From "Across Five Aprils" by Irene Hunt
